PlastiQuant

In a world increasingly aware of environmental pollutants, the invisible menace of micro- and nanoplastics (MNPs) poses a significant health risk, silently infiltrating our food and beverages. Despite growing concerns, existing technologies fall short, unable to quantify nanoplastic particles in small samples effectively. This is where PlastiQuant steps in, to be founded by Dr. Francisca Contreras and Dr. Marian Bienstein from RWTH University's Biotechnology Institute.

PlastiQuant’s innovative approach utilizes peptides to precisely detect MNPs, drastically reducing the required sample volume to just one liter. 

It’s service of certification for nanoplastic-free goods extends beyond testing, offering subscriptions for continuous product line certifications and after-sales consulting. Initially penetrating the filtration market as a key enabler for later markets, by certifying the nanoplastic clearance capacity of filters, we aim to adapt swiftly to the beverage industry, anticipating a significant market pull driven by forthcoming regulations regarding nanoplastic in food beverages.