Thermapet's patented technology creates fully recyclable PET containers that withstand temperatures up to 220°C - offering industries a sustainable, additive-free solution for high-performance packaging.
Thermapet's TPET Forming technology enables PET containers to withstand high temperatures without additives. This makes them ideal for microwavable and hot-fill applications while ensuring full recyclability within existing systems, something that conventional materials like PP, PE or CPET cannot achieve.
PET plastic with added chemicals to achieve heat stability.
Cannot be fully reused in the recycling process.
Because of heat stabilizing additives.
Additives contaminate recycling streams, making tray-to-tray recycling impossible.
Pure PET without chemicals - 100% chemically pure.
Seamlessly integrates into bottle-to-bottle recycling.
It's lighter, thinner and stronger. 38% lower cost per tray vs CPET.
Full tray-to-tray recycling, EU PPWR 2030 compliant, mono-material design.
For industries like FMCG, packaging manufacturing, and food services, Thermapet provides a superior, fully recyclable alternative to traditional high-heat packaging materials like CPET or polypropylene.
100% recyclable - Bottle to bottle. Compatible with existing PET recycling infrastructure worldwide.
For hot fill, Microwave, Ovenable, and many other applications. Operating range: -40°C to +220°C.
Up to 2/3 less material - Greater Durability. 38% lower cost per tray vs CPET. ~3s cycle time.
Thermapet's patented process transforms standard PET into a high-heat, high-performance material - without chemical treatment - ensuring the material's integrity and full recyclability.
Our patented TPET Forming process uses a combination of special heating, force-induced crystallisation, and thermoforming to transform standard amorphous PET into a high-performance material - without any chemical additives.
The result is a mono-material PET container that operates from -40°C to +220°C, is fully compatible with existing global PET recycling infrastructure, and forms in approximately 3 seconds per cycle.
Thermapet's fully recyclable packaging solution reduces single-use plastic waste and integrates into existing recycling systems.
Thermapet is perfect for high-heat applications. 90% of microwavable trays are still polyolefin-based - TPET is the circular replacement.
Lightweight, fully recyclable, and heat-resistant. Passed airline extreme tests at 220°C. 6× cheaper by weight than aluminium.
Maintains stiffness and heat resistance, with no need for multi-layer materials. Replaces paper and PP/EVOH sandwich structures.
Thermapet's fully recyclable packaging solution reduces single-use plastic waste and integrates into existing recycling systems. By eliminating the need for chemical additives, we ensure a completely circular lifecycle.
Fits into existing PET recycling systems. Full bottle-to-bottle and tray-to-tray capability.
Targets 90% of single-use applications, significantly reducing waste.
~2.0 kg CO₂/kg (virgin), ~1.4 with 80% rPET. Only 0.044 kg CO₂e per tray.
Our team is composed of experienced professionals in packaging technology and sustainability, committed to delivering high-performance, circular packaging solutions.
Inventor of the patented TPET process and architect of the global IP portfolio spanning 75 countries. Leads all technology development, process engineering, and manufacturing partner relationships.
30+ years as CEO, venture capitalist, and entrepreneur. Former Deputy Vice-Chancellor at Monash University. Founded 12 companies in tech and bio sectors. Leads commercial strategy and global market expansion.
33 years of leadership across Asia. Accredited director (Thai IOD), qualified Sherpa Executive Coach, and former Board Governor of AmCham Thailand. Provides governance oversight and strategic counsel.
TPET operates from −40 °C to +220 °C while remaining 100% chemically pure and fully recyclable. Patented in 75 countries, with no competing technology worldwide.
Our patented TPET forming process uses a combination of special heating, force-induced crystallisation, and thermoforming to transform standard amorphous PET into a high-performance material - without any chemical additives.
Compatible with existing bottle-to-bottle PET infrastructure. Up to 100% rPET tested and certified. No additives contaminate the recycling stream.
EP 4 499 386 granted. Global patent family covering 75 countries including China. No competing technology exists worldwide.
Full cold-chain and hot-chain compatibility. Microwave-safe, oven-safe, and freezer-safe in a single transparent mono-material.
Enhanced oxygen barrier (~6× vs APET) ideal to replace multi-layer barrier packaging with EVOH/PA layers. Near-BOPET performance.
1,053 gf vs CPET 94 gf - enables high-pressure MAP lidding without leaks. Revolutionises modified atmosphere packaging.
38% lower cost per tray vs CPET at equal weight. 3-second forming cycle vs 7-10s for CPET. 100% skeleton regrind, tray-to-tray.
TPET matches CPET's heat ceiling while delivering full circularity. Standard APET and PP cannot compete in high-heat applications.
Independently tested and certified performance data from SGS Singapore, MTEC Thailand, and Brand Owner laboratories.
TPET's 11× higher sealing force and superior oxygen barrier enable Modified Atmosphere Packaging at scale - replacing deep-freeze with long-life chilled distribution.
TPET delivers near-BOPET barrier performance while remaining transparent, thermoformable, and oven-safe to 220 °C - a unique combination among PET and PP-based materials.
A comprehensive comparison across the properties that matter most to converters, brand owners, and regulators.
| Property | TPET | CPET | PP | APET |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heat resistance | 220°C | 220°C | 125°C | ~70°C |
| Service temp range | −40 to +220°C | −40 to +220°C | −20 to +125°C | −20 to +70°C |
| Circularity | ✓ Full (100% pure PET) | ✗ Low (additives) | ✗ No food-grade | ✓ Full |
| EU PPWR 2030 | ✓ Compliant | ✗ Non-compliant | ✗ At risk | ✓ Compliant |
| O₂ barrier (cc/m²·day·atm) | 0.25-0.55 | 0.3-0.6 | 6-16 | 0.6-1.0 |
| Sealing force (gf) | 1,053 | 94 | - | - |
| Forming cycle | ~3 seconds | 7-10 seconds | ~3 seconds | ~3 seconds |
| CO₂ footprint (kg/kg) | ~1.4 (80% rPET) | 2.6 | 3.0 | ~2.0 |
| Transparency | ✓ Crystal clear | ✗ Opaque | ✗ Opaque/hazy | ✓ Clear |
| Scrap recyclability | ✓ 100% tray-to-tray | ✗ Not food-grade | ✗ Not food-grade | ✓ 100% |
| MAP compatible | ✓ 11× seal + barrier | Limited | ✗ High permeability | Limited |
TPET's sealing and barrier performance enable a shift from deep-freeze to chilled MAP distribution, delivering measurable savings across the entire cold chain.
TPET delivers up to 53% lower CO₂ emissions vs PP and 45% lower vs CPET when manufactured with 80% recycled PET content.
TPET has been rigorously tested by leading international laboratories for food safety, heat stability, and recyclability.
All 8 tests passed under Thailand Ministry of Public Health No. 435. Migration/leaching free up to 220°C. Zero visible colour migration.
National Metal and Materials Technology Center. Heat trials up to 190°C passed. Airline extreme test up to 220°C passed on all samples.
Comparative testing vs natural CPET trays. Confirmed 11.2× higher max peel force. Manufacturing process validated independently.
IV: 0.66 dl/gm. Melting point 246°C. Oven test at 150°C passed. Microwave and oven heating with food at 220°C passed. No haze change.
Regulatory alignment: EFSA (EC) 282/2008 • US FDA 21 CFR 177.1630 • ISO 14021:2016 • RecyClass compatible • EU PPWR 2030 mono-material compliant
TPET enables a fully circular PET flow. From NIR sorting to hot wash stability, every step of the recycling process is compatible with existing global infrastructure.
Clear PET #1 - detected automatically by NIR sorters. No contamination of PE/PP streams.
Stable to 220°C - no shrinkage, deformation, or degradation in industrial wash lines.
100% production scrap recovered and fed back tray-to-tray, or pelletised for bottle-to-bottle.
Up to 100% PCR content - tested and certified. Meets EU PPWR 2030 mandates without re-engineering.
The United Nations Sustainability Goal #12 calls for 'Responsible Consumption and Production'. Putting plastics into landfill is clearly not a responsible solution. Using PET that can be recycled helps move towards this goal. By recycling PET, we can keep plastics out of landfills and incinerators helping to create a circular economy.
Thermapet cooperates with Vulcan as our mould maker for ongoing TPET development and recommends all licensees to use Vulcan moulds. As the world's largest thermoforming tooling maker, Vulcan brings deep process know-how specifically calibrated for the TPET process - ensuring optimal forming results from day one.
www.vulcanplastics.com →"Vulcan is the largest thermoforming tooling maker. Our core competitive advantage for supporting clients are - the fastest lead time, fully test reliable quality, great forming output efficiency. We are proud of being part of TPET program supporting worldwide sustainable packaging going to one PET."
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View Opportunity Contact UsThermapet's patented TPET technology addresses a >40 million ton/year global market with the world's only additive-free, fully recyclable, high-heat PET - creating a licensing platform with exceptional margin potential and strong regulatory tailwinds.
The core issue: the plastics we rely on for heat-resistant food packaging are fundamentally non-circular. PP, PE, and CPET all end up in landfill or incineration - no material until now has combined high-heat performance with true recyclability. And that 40 million tons covers trays for hot applications alone. When cups and lids are included, the addressable market exceeds 100 million tons per year - an entire industry destined to be revolutionised by a circular, superior product that wins on both price and performance.
A comprehensive comparison across every relevant dimension - recyclability, performance, regulatory compliance, cost structure, and market readiness. TPET leads on every metric that matters.
| Property | CPET | CPET-Lite | TPET | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additives | Talc/TiO₂ nucleators | Talc/TiO₂ nucleators | None - 100% pure | Mineral fillers optional |
| Visual quality | Opaque / matte | Translucent | Crystal clear | Dull |
| Heat resistance | Highest | Medium (~95°C) | Highest (220°C) | Medium (~125°C) |
| Service temperature | -40 → 220°C | 0 → 95°C | -40 → 220°C | -20 → 125°C |
| MAP / Barrier-ready | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ OTR 2-4× better | ❌ |
| EU PPWR 2030 | ⚠️ Non-mono | ⚠️ Non-mono | ✅ Compliant | ⚠️ At risk |
| Circularity | Low | Low | Full (tray→tray) | Moderate |
| Skeleton reuse | ≤ 20% | 50-70% | 100% | 50-70% |
| CO₂ footprint | 2.6 kg/kg | 2.4 kg/kg | ~1.4 kg/kg (80% rPET) | 3.0 kg/kg |
| Profit margin potential | Up to 35% | Up to 30% | Up to 50% vs CPET | Up to 10% |
| Market trend | Declining | Low | Rapid growth | Declining |
Each segment represents a key competitive advantage. TPET delivers maximum value across all dimensions - regulatory compliance, profit margins, circularity, barrier performance, and food safety.
Scored across: oven, microwave, temp range, rPET content, recyclability, sustainability, regulation, MAP suitability, meal-fit
TPET directly addresses the highest-value packaging segments where sustainability regulations and performance demands intersect.
Based on DCF analysis with conservative assumptions. Even under worst-case commercialisation scenarios, the projected enterprise value exceeds $95M. Sensitivity analysis across multiple discount rates and terminal growth rates confirms robust upside.
TPET's advantage extends beyond sustainability - it is materially lower-cost and delivers superior margins at every level of the value chain.
50+ packaging companies across 6 continents have expressed interest - originating from K-Show 2025 leads and direct industry outreach.
For qualified investors and strategic partners - let's discuss how Thermapet is transforming the packaging industry.
Get in TouchEvery TPET installation deployed worldwide generates an upfront machine royalty and an ongoing annual service fee - creating a compounding revenue engine that grows with every installation.
The global addressable market for heat-resistant trays (PP + CPET) totals 41.5 million tons annually. Converting this market to TPET requires approximately 27,700 machines worldwide.
Including cups, lids, and adjacent hot-fill formats, the total addressable market exceeds 100 million tons annually - an entire industry destined for circularity with a superior product in price and properties.
TPET deployment scales across four phases - starting with CPET strongholds and expanding into regulation-driven PP conversion and volume mega-markets.
Targeting high-margin CPET strongholds first, followed by regulation-driven PP conversion and volume expansion into mega-markets.
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Technology & Performance Investment OpportunityPolyethylene terephthalate (PET) is recognized as a recyclable material that can be ground, melted, and reformed into new products - making it a key player in the circular economy. Thermapet takes this further with additive-free heat resistance.
Thermapet's fully recyclable packaging solution reduces single-use plastic waste and integrates into existing recycling systems. By eliminating the need for chemical additives, we ensure a completely circular lifecycle, benefiting both the environment and your bottom line.
Fits into existing PET recycling systems. Full bottle-to-bottle and tray-to-tray capability.
Targets 90% of single-use applications, significantly reducing waste.
Producing recyclable PET saves energy compared to virgin materials. ~2.0 kg CO₂/kg (virgin), ~1.4 with 80% rPET.
Recycling PET is an easier and cheaper process than recycling other plastics. This makes PET an ideal plastic for use in a circular economy.
However, PET cannot be used for hot products - which means that other plastics, or PET with additives, need to be used. Until now. Thermapet can resist temperatures up to 220°C - offering industries a sustainable, additive-free solution for high-performance packaging.
By capturing just 1% of the global microwavable packaging market alone, TPET technology would deliver a massive positive impact on our environment and nature - replacing non-recyclable plastics with a fully circular, additive-free solution:
The United Nations Sustainability Goal #12 calls for 'Responsible Consumption and Production'. Putting plastics into landfill is clearly not a responsible solution. Using PET that can be recycled helps move towards this goal.
Recycled PET (rPET) also helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This supports Sustainability Goal #13 'Climate Action' - when considering the advantages of helping reduce climate change and landfill, together with reduced costs, rPET is a win-win solution.
Total GWP per 1,000 trays: 44.1 kg CO₂e - resin production dominates the footprint. Key levers: lower tray mass + increase recycled content.
TPET's exceptional sealing force and oxygen barrier performance make it the ideal material for high-pressure Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP). This enables food producers to move away from deep-freezing entirely - replacing frozen distribution with chilled MAP to achieve long shelf-life times of 14-21+ days while dramatically cutting logistics costs and CO₂ emissions.
| Material | OTR (cc/m²/day/atm) | Characteristics |
|---|---|---|
| TPET (Thermapet) | ~0.25-0.55 | Near-BOPET barrier while thermoformable |
| BOPET | ~0.2-0.5 | High biaxial orientation, tight chain packing |
| CPET | ~0.3-0.6 | High crystallinity but coarser structure |
| APET | ~0.6-1.0 | Amorphous, lower packing efficiency |
| PP | ~6-16 | Non-polar polymer, high gas permeability |
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Our Technology Contact UsOur team is composed of experienced professionals in packaging technology and sustainability, committed to delivering high-performance, circular packaging solutions to meet the evolving needs of industries worldwide.
Inventor of the TPET process. Holds the global patent portfolio covering 75 countries. Leads technology development and machine partner relationships.
30+ years as CEO, venture capitalist, and entrepreneur. Former Deputy Vice-Chancellor at Monash University. Founded 12 companies in tech and bio sectors. Leads commercial strategy and global market expansion.
Brings board-level oversight and corporate governance expertise. Supports strategic decision-making and investor relations.
Thermapet Technologies Pte. Ltd. is a Singapore-incorporated advanced technology company operating an asset-light licensing platform. We don't manufacture - we license our patented TPET process to established packaging converters worldwide.
We envision a world where high-performance packaging and true sustainability coexist. TPET makes this possible by delivering heat resistance up to 220°C without any chemical additives - creating packaging that performs as well as it recycles.
With the EU Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) now in force, the market is shifting rapidly toward mono-material, design-for-recycling solutions. TPET is the only technology that meets these standards while exceeding the performance of legacy materials like CPET and PP.
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