This project has been recognised as a **winner** of the 2025 Responsible Care Awards.
Innovation is not just about performance, it is about responsibility. A new approach to packaging is redefining how chemicals are handled, delivered, and experienced. By introducing pre-dosed, fully biodegradable water-soluble bags, this initiative by the French company TCN addresses environmental, safety, and operational challenges in one elegant solution. Voluntarily adopted and aligned with Responsible Care® principles, it reflects a commitment to user safety, environmental protection, and continuous improvement within the chemical industry.
The Solution: Water soluble, pre-dosed packaging
The solution combines a state-of-the-art water-soluble packaging machine with biodegradable, bio-based film that dissolves completely in hot water. Each bag is pre-dosed, hermetically sealed, and ready to use, eliminating the need for weighing powders or handling potentially hazardous substances. From the user’s perspective, the process is simple: immerse the bag in hot water, where it instantly releases the exact amount of colorant without residue, microplastics, or contamination. The approach transforms a routine task into a cleaner, safer, and more reliable experience while maintaining product quality and consistency.
Benefits and impact: Safer, cleaner, smarter
The benefits and impact of this innovation extend across environmental, operational, and commercial dimensions. Single-use plastics are eliminated, waste volumes are reduced, and logistics are optimized thanks to a more compact and efficient packaging format. Handling risks and preparation time are minimized, allowing users to work faster and safer. Early adoption in optical laboratories has been met with positive feedback, highlighting the cleaner, more efficient workflow. Beyond immediate operational improvements, this initiative sets the stage for a broader eco-design strategy, with potential expansion to liquid products and further integration of circular economy principles in packaging.
A step toward a sustainable future
TCN’s investment in this innovative packaging solution illustrates how industrial performance, sustainability, and user safety can converge in a single initiative. This project has received the 2025 Responsible Care Awards as winner.
By rethinking how chemicals are packaged and delivered, the chemical industry can pave the way for a safer, more sustainable future for both its industry and its customers.