From Used Cooking Oil to Toothpaste Tube Shoulders
02 Nov 2026
Used Cooking Oil (UCO), often regarded as waste, can be transformed into a valuable resource through GC’s Bio-Circular PE innovation. Produced from renewable feedstock, Bio-Circular PE helps reduce reliance on fossil-based resources, lower carbon footprint (CFP) compared to petrochemical based (fossil based) PE while maintaining the same quality, performance, and functionality as conventional polyethylene (PE).
GC has successfully commercialized Bio-Circular PE grade HBC601B for the toothpaste tube shoulders production, marking its first commercial application in collaboration with KIM PACK CO., LTD., a company under KIM PAI Group. This achievement represents an important milestone in bringing circular materials into real-world packaging applications.
From Used Cooking Oil to Bio-Circular PE
GC collects, sorts, inspects, and processes used cooking oil into renewable feedstock for the production of Bio-Circular PE. The material is produced under the Mass Balance approach and certified according to the ISCC PLUS standard, enabling traceability throughout the supply chain. By utilizing existing production infrastructure, GC can produce Bio-Circular PE with properties equivalent to conventional PE while reducing dependence on virgin fossil resources and carbon footprint.
Bio-Circular PE Grade HBC601B:
High Performance with Sustainability Benefits
Bio-Circular PE grade HBC601B offers an alternative solution for manufacturers and brand owners seeking more sustainable packaging solutions, with key benefits including:
✅ Reliable Performance: Delivers properties and performance equivalent to conventional PE.
✅ Drop-in Solution: Compatible with existing manufacturing processes without requiring modifications to machinery or operating conditions.
✅ Circular Feedstock: Made from renewable feedstock under the Mass Balance approach and certified by ISCC PLUS.
✅ Lower Carbon Footprint: Demonstrates a lower carbon footprint (CFP) compared to petrochemical based (fossil based) PE, based on relevant product assessments.
✅ Sustainable Solution: Supports reduced reliance on fossil resources and helps businesses achieve their sustainability objectives.
First Commercial Application:
Turning Innovation into Market Success
The successful use of Bio-Circular PE grade HBC601B in toothpaste tube shoulder production together with KIM PACK demonstrates the potential of innovative materials to meet packaging industry requirements while enabling real commercial applications.
This collaboration also reinforces GC’s commitment to working closely with partners to create value from renewable resources, unlock new business opportunities, and accelerate the transition toward a more circular economy.
Building the Future of Packaging
Because the future of packaging is not defined by quality and performance alone, but also by its ability to create lasting value for businesses, society, and the environment.