Did you know a research lab of seven scientists can produce as much as 97 kg of plastic waste in a month? [1]

Plastic consumables are considered central to handling and processing samples successfully, so you might wonder whether switching to eco-friendly alternatives could harm your results.

Eppendorf has developed biobased consumables that offer the same benefits and performance as traditional plastics, meaning you can reduce your plastic-related carbon emissions in your lab without harming your research.

Be More Sustainable Without Compromising Results

Eppendorf biobased consumables are made from renewable resources and ensure high performance and sustainability.

The biobased product range currently includes pipette tips, PCR plates, and 5 – 50 mL conical tubes.

Key Highlights

  • Eco-Friendly Materials. Manufactured from over 86% renewable material*, significantly reducing carbon footprint.
  • Performance Integrity. Maintains the same high-quality performance as traditional Eppendorf consumables.
  • Certified for your Confidence. Eppendorf collaborates with independent organizations to provide you with clear, verified information about the environmental impact of laboratory products.

*86% average renewable biobased material in Twin.tec® PCR plates BioBased, 90% in Eppendorf Tubes® BioBased, 100% in epT.I.P.S.® BioBased.

Discover our range of biobased consumables

An Easy Route to a Greener Lab

Eppendorf biobased consumables are easy to integrate into your laboratory workflow. Simply replace your existing plastic consumables with these sustainable alternatives to start reducing your environmental impact. With no compromise on performance, these consumables offer a seamless transition towards greener lab practices.

Enhance your lab’s sustainability with Eppendorf biobased consumables. For more information and to place an order, visit Eppendorf.

Learn More About Reducing CO2 Emissions

Download the poster and discover the CO2 emission you can save per tube using Eppendorf Tubes® BioBased.

Create a Sustainable Lab with Eppendorf Biobased Consumables

Reference

1. Alves J, Sargison FA, Stawarz H, et al. (2020) A case report: insights into reducing plastic waste in a microbiology laboratory. Access Microbiology 3(3), 000173