Technology
Why are our chemicals produced from fossil oil? Why are plastics, which may never decompose, used in single-use products that are then discarded? These questions were asked by two young researchers—two of our co-founders—in the mid-1990s. The results of their ideas led to the founding of OrganoClick in 2006. Since then, we have persistently worked to develop bio-based solutions that can replace plastic polymers and toxic chemicals in cellulose-based materials.
All the technologies we use are based on biomimicry—imitating nature’s clever solutions. Through our proprietary OrganoClick technology, we can replace fossil plastics and harmful chemicals—substances that otherwise damage our environment, contribute to carbon dioxide emissions, and reduce biological diversity.
Our research and development efforts have so far resulted in around 20 patent families and a growing array of brands with eco-labeled products. In this way, we enable companies, industries, and consumers to carry out their green transition and contribute to a sustainable future.
We develop green chemistry inspired by nature
OrganoClick was founded with a vision of a sustainable future without fossil plastics and harmful chemicals, along with the insight that many of the world’s environmental solutions already exist around us in nature. The challenge was to discover them and apply them correctly.
We have studied how the mechanical strength, stiffness, and hardness of trees, the water-repellent properties of plant leaves, and the flame-retardant characteristics of certain grasses are naturally created. We have examined how the chemical reactions occurring in plants are catalyzed. We have refined and adapted these processes, and incorporated nature’s green chemistry into our products.
With a “Click”
Building on this fundamental research, we have developed our patented OrganoClick technology for modifying cellulose fibers. Using organocatalysis—awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2021—we perform “click” reactions, attaching molecules with different properties to cellulose fibers in materials such as wood, textiles, nonwovens, paper, or other cellulose-based products. That’s also the reason for our name: OrganoClick. The result is 100% bio-based products with cutting-edge technical performance and functionality.
Bio-based and compostable for a circular future
With our green chemical technologies, we have created a variety of eco-labeled products for different applications. One example is OrganoTex, the world’s first 100% bio-based and biodegradable water repellent for textiles that replaces PFAS. Another example is our bio-based binders for nonwovens, which replace plastic binders and make products like napkins, wet wipes, and agricultural covers 100% bio-based and compostable. We have also developed water and grease barriers for paper packaging, a biocide-free wood protection against rot, and bio-based flame-retardant technologies.
For more about our innovations and products, see Product Areas.
