RETRN
Plug and Play · RETRN’s platform technology upcycles abundantly available plant wastes to deliver a unique set of recyclable and fully biodegradable barrier-coating materials for fiber-based sustainable food packaging.
Competitors
| Company | Category | Status | Program |
|---|---|---|---|
 BuyoShared: fully biodegradable, upcycle, materialNot statedOther | Other | Not stated | Antler2022 |
 VarsyaShared: home compostable, sustainable packaging, recyclableNot statedOther | Other | Not stated | Plug and Play |
 Seawise Innovative PackagingShared: home compostable, marine biodegradable, recyclableNot statedOther | Other | Not stated | Plug and Play |
 pFIBREShared: marine biodegradable, packagingNot statedOther | Other | Not stated | EF2020 |
 Blue Lake PackagingShared: sustainable packaging, fiber, barrierNot statedOther | Other | Not stated | Plug and Play |
Adjacent
| Company | Category | Status | Program |
|---|---|---|---|
 Mycro HarvestShared: sustainable food, materialNot statedAI | AI | Not stated | EF2023 |
 CanovationShared: sustainable packaging, pet food, fullyNot statedOther | Other | Not stated | Plug and Play |
 ThermapetShared: packaging application, recyclable, materialNot statedAI | AI | Not stated | Plug and Play |
 CirculateShared: sustainable packagingNot statedOther | Other | Not stated | Antler2021 |
 TerraSafe MaterialsShared: sustainable packaging, coating, materialNot statedOther | Other | Not stated | Plug and Play |
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Programs
| Program | Cohort | Source |
|---|---|---|
 Plug and Play | Not stated | Plug and Play Page |
About RETRN
RETRN is an innovative lifetech and new materials company specializing in sustainable packaging solutions. The company has developed a platform technology that upcycles abundant plant wastes into recyclable, fully biodegradable barrier-coating materials for fiber-based food packaging. These advanced materials are designed to be safe, cost-effective, home-compostable, and marine-biodegradable, addressing the critical need to replace toxic plastics in packaging applications such as food serviceware, to-go trays, snack bags, and pet food containers. RETRN’s technology enables the packaging industry to meet growing demands for environmentally responsible products without compromising performance or economic viability. By transforming underutilized plant waste into high-performing materials, RETRN contributes to reducing plastic pollution, preventing microplastics contamination, and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. This approach supports a sustainable future where packaging is easily recyclable or compostable, helping to protect clean water and food resources for future generations.
- Category
- Other
- Location
- United States
- Checked
- 2h ago
RETRN: questions
Which accelerators did RETRN go through?
RETRN is listed by Plug and Play.
Where is RETRN based?
RETRN lists United States as its location on Plug and Play's page.
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