ZymoChem, a leader in sustainable biotech solutions, has unveiled BAYSE™, the world's first scalable, 100% bio-based, and biodegradable Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP). This innovation is poised to transform the $145 billion global hygiene industry and lead the way towards a more sustainable future.

BAYSE™ serves as a direct replacement for traditional, fossil fuel-based SAPs, which are essential components in disposable absorbent hygiene products like infant diapers. Unlike its petroleum-derived polyacrylate counterparts, BAYSE™ is made from renewable resources, boasts a lower carbon footprint, and is readily biodegradable. This addresses the significant environmental concerns posed by the disposal of approximately 300,000 diapers per minute in landfills or incineration.

"At ZymoChem, we are committed to accelerating the transition to a real-zero economy by developing bio-based materials for everyday products," said Harshal Chokhawala, PhD, CEO and Co-Founder of ZymoChem. "With BAYSE™, we are tackling one of the world's most wasteful items head-on, offering a sustainable solution that does not compromise on performance or affordability."

ZymoChem's proprietary technology platform allows for the production of BAYSE™ at a cost competitive with traditional SAPs, ensuring sustainability is accessible without additional expense. Beyond the hygiene sector, BAYSE™ has potential applications in agriculture, cosmetics, and water treatment industries. These sectors have been concerned about the creation of microplastics from fossil-based SAPs, a problem BAYSE™ effectively addresses as a high-performance, microplastic-free alternative.

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