On Monday, 27 October 2025, Braskem announced that Balsam Hill had produced the world’s first plant‑based plastic Christmas trees using its I’m green™ bio‑based polyethylene. The trees were displayed at Braskem’s booth at the K event in Philadelphia, marking a milestone in Braskem’s green polymer portfolio and showcasing the commercial viability of its sugarcane‑derived PE.
The new trees, including the Aspen Silver Fir, Alpine Balsam Fir, and Calistoga Ornament Tree, are made entirely from Braskem’s I’m green™ bio‑based PE, which contains 95 % bio‑based carbon content verified by C‑14 testing. Each needle on the trees incorporates this high‑bio‑content material, making the product fully recyclable and significantly reducing reliance on fossil‑based polymers.
This partnership underscores Braskem’s strategy to expand its “fly‑up‑to‑green” initiative and demonstrates the scalability of its bio‑based polymers. By supplying a major consumer‑goods brand with a sustainable product, Braskem strengthens its market position in the growing demand for eco‑friendly plastics and reinforces its leadership in the global biopolymer market.
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