Technical and industry jargon: Understanding the terminology of sustainable materials

Navigating the world of sustainable materials involves understanding some key technical terms and industry jargon. At LimitX Group, we believe in transparency and clarity, so we’ve compiled a guide to help you better understand the terminology associated with our innovative products and solutions.

Composite Material Sustainability
Composite materials like LIMEX are engineered to combine the best properties of different components. LIMEX, made from limestone and resin, is a sustainable composite that reduces reliance on traditional plastic and paper, offering both durability and eco-friendliness.
Biodegradable Additives
Biodegradable additives, such as BDP, are substances added to plastics to accelerate their decomposition. Unlike traditional plastics, which can take hundreds of years to break down, plastics treated with BDP decompose through natural microbial processes, leaving no harmful residues.
Eco-Friendly Polymer Development
Polymer development is the process of creating and refining polymers, which are the building blocks of plastics. At LimitX Group, our focus is on eco-friendly polymer development, using materials like LIMEX and CaCO3 Filler Masterbatch to create polymers that are both high-performing and environmentally responsible.
Circular Economy in Plastics Manufacturing
The circular economy is an economic system aimed at eliminating waste and the continual use of resources. In plastics manufacturing, this means designing products that can be reused, recycled, or biodegraded, reducing the need for virgin materials. LimitX Group’s products, such as Flex-Sea and bespoke compounds, are designed with the circular economy in mind, supporting sustainable practices across industries.
Low-Impact Plastic Manufacturing Processes
Low-impact manufacturing processes aim to minimise the environmental footprint of producing plastic products. By using materials like LIMEX and high-purity CaCO3 Filler Masterbatch, manufacturers can reduce energy consumption, lower carbon emissions, and decrease the overall environmental impact of their production processes.
High-Purity Masterbatch
A masterbatch is a concentrated mixture of pigments or additives encapsulated in a carrier resin, used to color or enhance the properties of plastics. High-purity masterbatch, like our CaCO3 Filler Masterbatch, ensures consistent quality and performance, making it an essential component for producing sustainable plastic products.
Marine-Sourced Materials
Marine-sourced materials, such as Flex-Sea, are derived from ocean resources like seaweed. These materials are renewable, biodegradable, and offer a sustainable alternative to traditional petroleum-based plastics, aligning with the goals of the circular economy and reducing the impact of plastic pollution.
Bespoke Compounding
Bespoke compounding refers to the process of creating custom material blends tailored to specific applications. At LimitX Group, our bespoke compounds are designed to meet the unique needs of our clients, combining materials like CaCO3, recycled plastics, and biodegradable additives to create innovative, sustainable solutions.
Oxo-Degradable vs. Biodegradable Plastics
Oxo-degradable plastics are designed to fragment into smaller pieces when exposed to sunlight and oxygen, but they can leave behind harmful microplastics. In contrast, biodegradable plastics, such as those treated with BDP, break down completely through natural processes, leaving no toxic residues and aligning with sustainable practices.
Recycled Content Certification
Recycled content certification ensures that products contain a specified amount of recycled material, verifying their environmental claims. LimitX Group’s products, including our bespoke compounds, are developed with recycled content to help businesses meet certification requirements and demonstrate their commitment to sustainability.