Japan's Mitsubishi's BioPTMG powers Kahei's eco-friendly leather line

BioPTMG is a plant-derived polyol developed by the MCG Group in 2021, and imparts flexibility, durability, and high resilience to polyurethane and polyester products. Thanks to our unique refining technology, no coloring occurs when the material is made into resin, and it can be used in a wide range of fields, from interior design and fashion to industrial materials, just like petroleum-derived products. In addition, it has a high biomass content of 92% or more, which not only reduces the consumption of petroleum, a depleting resource, but also helps reduce GHG emissions because the raw materials, i.e., plants, absorb CO2 in their growth process.

Kahei Co., Ltd., a manufacturer of synthetic leather, selects high-quality synthetic leather scraps from manufacturing processes, and uses them effectively in products sold under the small items brand "tonto." Additionally, the company is working to reduce CO2 emissions, and the company's sustainability strategy matches the characteristics of BioPTMG, which ultimately led to its adoption.

The items will be exhibited at the 4th Sustainable Material Expo to be held at Makuhari Messe in Japan from October 29 to 31, 2024. They will also be available for purchase on the "tonto" website starting on October 28.

The MCG Group is committed to accelerate the development of plant-derived materials, including BioPTMG, and contribute to the realization of sustainable societies.

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