What is UBQ™ Masterbatch?
UBQ™ is a bio-based thermoplastic made from 100% unsorted household waste, including organics and typically unrecyclable materials. It drops into existing manufacturing workflows and is already used across industries as a sustainable substitute for oil-based resins. By choosing UBQ™, manufacturers divert waste from landfill and incineration, reduce the net carbon footprint of end products and support a circular economy.
In a time of volatile markets and global trade tensions, UBQ Materials provide retailers and manufacturers with a price-stable, risk-resilient plastic alternative that integrates effortlessly into existing production lines. The masterbatch allows manufacturers to dose precisely the amount of UBQ™ needed within their formulation to meet specific sustainability targets and reduce environmental impact.
A versatile drop-in solution - compatible with many polymers
UBQ™ Masterbatch is compatible with a wide range of polymers, making it an easy fit for many applications:
- Polypropylene (PP)
- Polystyrene (PS)
- Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
- Polyolefins
- Elastomers
Processing UBQ Masterbatch
- Well suited to injection moulding
- Option for low-flow extrusion where required.
- Easy handling & integration
- Excellent dispersion and consistency
- Price stability & cost competitiveness
- Measurable carbon impact
The Benefits
- Divert waste from landfill & incineration
- Replace fossil fuel based plastic by substituting a portion with UBQ
- Reduce carbon emissions by using a material that delivers a measurable carbon benefit
- Support a circular economy in every manufactured part
Contact Plastribution
As the UK’s leading polymer distributor, Plastribution is committed to helping customers integrate lower-carbon materials without compromising on quality, consistency, or supply assurance. Our technical team can advise on formulation, processing windows and target loading levels to help you realise performance and sustainability goals efficiently.
Ready to trial or specify UBQ™ Masterbatch? Click here to contact Plastribution, we’ll be happy to talk technical data, sampling, and application support.
