Overview
Celanese Corporation is a leading global chemistry and specialty materials company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, USA. With net sales of $9.7 billion, approximately 13,300 employees, and 50 owned and operated manufacturing locations in 27 countries, Celanese is a major player in the bioplastics industry. The company’s BioPolymer Solutions represents a family of bio-based and biodegradable materials engineered as alternatives to traditional petroleum-based plastics.
Celanese actively contributes to the development of sustainable packaging solutions through its innovative cellulosic materials that are both bio-based and biodegradable.
Primary Materials
Clarifoil Cellulosic Film: Celanese has pioneered and refined this line of bio-based, biodegradable, industrial and home compostable cellulose diacetate films for over 70 years. Clarifoil cellulosic film offers excellent clarity, printability, and barrier properties while being fully compostable in both industrial and home composting environments.
BlueRidge Cellulosic Pellets: Launched in October 2020, BlueRidge cellulosic pellets bring sustainability benefits and performance attributes to rigid plastic containers. These pellets serve as a home compostable alternative to single-use plastics, enabling the production of sustainable rigid packaging solutions.
Bio-based Content: Celanese’s cellulosic materials are derived from renewable wood pulp sources, providing a truly bio-based alternative to fossil-based plastics with the added benefit of biodegradability and compostability.
Market Segments
Celanese’s BioPolymer Solutions serve diverse market segments:
- Flexible Packaging: Films for food packaging, pouches, and wraps
- Rigid Containers: Sustainable alternatives for single-use plastic containers
- Food Packaging: Compostable packaging for fresh produce and food products
- Home Compostable Products: Consumer-friendly compostable solutions
- Industrial Packaging: Large-scale packaging applications
- Specialty Applications: Custom cellulosic solutions for specific needs
Key Products
Clarifoil Cellulose Diacetate Film:
- Bio-based and biodegradable
- Industrial and home compostable certified
- Excellent clarity and transparency
- Superior printability
- Good barrier properties
- Over 70 years of proven performance
BlueRidge Cellulosic Pellets:
- Home compostable alternative to single-use plastics
- Suitable for rigid container production
- Bio-based from renewable resources
- Designed for sustainability and performance
Environmental Benefits
Celanese’s cellulosic materials offer significant environmental advantages:
- Derived from renewable wood pulp resources
- Biodegradable in industrial composting facilities
- Home compostable for consumer convenience
- Reduces reliance on fossil-based plastics
- Supports circular economy principles
- Certified to compostability standards
Innovation and Leadership
With over 70 years of experience in cellulosic film production, Celanese brings deep technical expertise and continuous innovation to the bioplastics industry. The company’s BioPolymer Solutions business, led by Kevin Parker (Business Director, Engineered Materials), actively engages with industry stakeholders to advance sustainable packaging solutions.
Last updated: January 05, 2026