Cosmax Partners with CJ CheilJedang to Develop 'PHA-Based Cosmetic Packaging'

Business Agreement for Development of Cosmetic Containers Using PHA
Biodegradable Properties Highlighted as "Next-Generation Material"

Cosmax, a cosmetics ODM (Original Development Manufacturing) company, announced on September 17 that it will jointly develop biodegradable bio-based cosmetic packaging with CJ CheilJedang.

On September 16, Cosmax signed a "business agreement (MOU) for the development of cosmetic containers using PHA" with CJ CheilJedang at the Cosmax Pangyo headquarters in Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province. The signing ceremony was attended by Seunghyun Kang, head of Cosmax R&I (Research & Innovation) Unit, Jungkyum Kim, head of Cosmax R&I PS (Package Science) Lab, Hyuksung Jung, head of CJ CheilJedang BMS (Biomaterials) Division, and Mooyoung Jung, head of BMS Business Operations, along with other officials from both companies.

At the business agreement ceremony held on the 16th at the Cosmax Pangyo headquarters in Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province, (from left) Seunghyun Kang, head of Cosmax R&I Unit, and Hyuksung Jung, head of CJ CheilJedang BMS (Biomaterials) Division, are posing for a commemorative photo. Provided by Cosmax

Through this agreement, the two companies will collaborate to develop and promote eco-friendly cosmetic containers. CJ CheilJedang will develop and supply materials with properties suitable for cosmetic containers by applying PHA from its biodegradable materials brand "PHACT." Cosmax will then use these materials to develop various cosmetic containers and packaging.

PHA is a polymer substance that microorganisms naturally accumulate inside their cells after consuming plant-derived ingredients. It is characterized by its ability to decompose not only in industrial and home composting facilities but also in soil and marine environments. Since it does not leave behind microplastics, it is gaining attention as a next-generation material to replace petroleum-based plastics.

Cosmax plans to participate in global beauty exhibitions with CJ CheilJedang to promote cosmetic packaging utilizing PHA and to expand business with global brands through joint marketing initiatives. Seunghyun Kang, head of Cosmax R&I Unit, stated, "By collaborating with CJ CheilJedang, a leading company in the PHA sector, we will expand research and development of eco-friendly packaging that meets global standards. We will continue to develop innovative materials that reduce environmental impact as sustainable solutions and provide new value to customers."

Going forward, Cosmax plans to gradually replace hot-melt adhesives used in cosmetic containers such as cushions and palettes with PHA-based bio-materials and will continue to expand eco-friendly packaging proposals to its clients.