PCC & Pearltide
Eco resources from oyster shells
We are the only company using waste oyster shells to produce PCC(that doesn’t need calcination) and Pearltide(cosmetics ingredients), promoting sustainability by repurposing waste and increasing the use of recycled materials. Regenerated Oyster Shell Precipitated Calcium Carbonate (PCC) are used in cosmetics, plastics, pharmaceuticals, and paper packaging. The new process reduces emissions by about 74% and decreases emissions by 81% vs. virgin plastic and 28% vs. recycled plastic. Hydrolyzed extract-Pearltide can be added to cosmetics for moisturizing, repairing, anti-aging, and hair care.
Company/Institution
TAI-YANG INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.
We repurpose discarded oyster shells to produce PCC without calcination and pearltide, driving circular economy and sustainability. Oyster shell-derived biocalcium can completely replace mineral calcium, reducing environmental damage from mining. Recycled PCC is used in cosmetics, plastics, and paper packaging, reducing carbon emissions by 74% and 81% compared to virgin plastics. Pearltide offers natural moisturizing, repairing, and anti-aging benefits for cosmetics.
Country
Taiwan
Website
Designer(s)
Shukuei, Hsu
Product designer Shukuei Hsu is committed to tackling the challenge of discarded oyster shells. With a vision of turning waste into valuable resources, he has spearheaded the creation of several innovative and eco-friendly solutions that breathe new life into these shells. Recognizing the environmental issues caused by the accumulation of oyster shells, he sought to repurpose them not only to reduce waste but also to create significant sustainable business opportunities for industries like cosmetics and packaging.