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LONDON - Symphony Environmental Technologies Plc (AIM:SYM) has announced the results of a scientific study by Intertek International, which found that the company’s d2w biodegradable technology does not result in microplastics when plastics degrade. The study, conducted from January 20 to March 7, 2025, tested samples of polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) and found no microplastics after the materials had degraded in soil.
Intertek utilized ISO Standard 24187:2023 to investigate microplastics in environmental samples. The soil was tested following OECD 207 and 208 standards, revealing no toxicity to seedlings or earthworms. These results support Symphony’s position that d2w technology, which is designed to break down plastics into biodegradable compounds, does not contribute to microplastic pollution.
Michael Laurier, CEO of Symphony, commented on the significance of the findings, noting that misconceptions about d2w plastics fragmenting into microplastics have hindered the company’s sales. He expressed optimism that the study’s evidence would alter these perceptions.
Microplastics, small plastic fragments found in various ecosystems, pose environmental and health concerns. They can originate from numerous sources, including the breakdown of larger plastic items. The study’s findings suggest that Symphony’s d2w technology could offer an alternative to traditional plastics by ensuring complete biodegradation, potentially addressing the issue of microplastic pollution.
Symphony’s Position Paper on microplastics, endorsed by polymer scientists from Canada, the USA, and Brazil, also supports the claim that d2w technology does not create microplastics. This paper aligns with the European Chemicals Agency’s (ECHA) advice, which has not been convinced that oxo-biodegradable plastics generate microplastics.
The information provided in this article is based on a press release statement from Symphony Environmental Technologies Plc, a company specializing in making plastic and rubber products more sustainable. Symphony is listed on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange (LON:LSEG).
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