At BioZein, we are unlocking the full industrial potential of Zein — a natural, plant-based biopolymer derived from non-GMO corn. While zein has been known for decades, it lacked commercial-scale availability and cost efficiency — until now.
We believe that the future of materials is plant-based, renewable, and responsible.
BioZein is a materials innovation company, a biotech venture by dedicated professionals who have studied and advanced zein technology since 2006.
We operate the world’s largest zein production platform, powered by our patented extraction process designed for industrial use, our facility delivers consistent quality, scalable output and competitive pricing, with global food-grade standards.
Designed for global impact. Built for industrial scale.
Our zein is produced at Tai’an Liana Biotechnology Ltd, our joint venture facility located in Shandong Province, China — a region known for its strong agricultural base and advanced industrial infrastructure.
The site operates using BioZein’s proprietary patented technology co-developed with our trusted Chinese partners, delivering consistent, high-purity zein while upholding the highest standards of efficiency, safety, and environmental care.
Our facility was engineered from the ground up for commercial-scale manufacturing. Everything — from raw material sourcing to QA — is optimized for performance, traceability, and reliability. Every detail of our production base is designed to deliver scalable performance without compromise.
Continuous-flow production lines for uninterrupted large-scale output
Custom-engineered equipment for precise protein extraction
On-site testing for quality control and compliance
Flexible packaging and delivery formats to suit end-use
The result: a production environment where quality meets efficiency, and where zein is no longer a niche — but a dependable building block for industry.
Zein is a biodegradable, plant-based polymer extracted from non-GMO corn gluten meal, a by-product of the corn wet milling process. It is soluble in aqueous alcohol but naturally resistant to water and grease, making it ideal for a wide range of applications.
🌱 Biodegradability — Breaks down safely without harmful residues
💧 Water & grease resistance — Perfect for food, packaging, and pharma
🧪 Thermoplastic — Can be molded, sprayed, or extruded
✔️ Safe & compliant — FDA GRAS, vegan, Halal, Kosher, non-GMO
🧬 Natural bio-polymer — An excellent alternative to synthetics
Despite its many advantages, zein was historically limited by price, scale, and supply instability. Small batch production and outdated methods made it cost-prohibitive and difficult to use at commercial volumes.
Most of the zein produced globally was reserved for niche markets, leaving industries unable to adopt it as a scalable alternative.
We’ve re-engineered the zein supply chain to remove the traditional barriers and unlock zein’s full potential:
Patented Extraction Process
Delivers consistent, high-purity zein without harmful residues — food-safe and scalable.
Industrial-Scale Facility
Over 250 metric tons of annual output, with capacity to scale as demand grows.
Global Distribution Readiness
From Asia to Europe and North America — our logistics ensure reliable delivery.
Cost-Effective Solutions
Thanks to process efficiencies and production innovation, we offer prices up to 70% lower than current market rates.
Application Support (Coming Soon)
We’re building an R&D network to support custom formulation and product development with zein
Zein is now commercially viable for use in a wide range of sectors:
Packaging – Edible films, oil-resistant coatings, compostable layers
Food & Beverage – Shelf-life protection, anti-moisture coatings
Pharmaceuticals – Capsule films, controlled-release coatings
Cosmetics – Plant-based film formers, natural binders
Agriculture – Seed coatings, nutrient carriers
Biomedical – Wound care membranes, diagnostic films
Industrial – Bioplastics, adhesives, extrusion materials, eco-composites
Textile – Natural finishes, biodegradable binders
✅ 7+ Years of R&D focused on commercializing zein
✅ 250+ MT annual production capacity — industrial scale
✅ 100+ validated use cases — across multiple industries
✅ 15+ supply regions — active and expanding globally
✅ Trusted global partnerships — rooted in science and scale
BioZein was founded on a simple but powerful principle:
🌿 Make plant-based materials truly viable for industry.
Our unique partnerships have made it possible to deliver zein at scale, at quality, and at a price point that finally opens the door to widespread adoption.We believe nature has already designed the perfect polymer. Now, we’re making it available.
Contact us today to learn how BioZein can help you build smarter, greener, more sustainable solutions — powered by Nature’s Smart Polymer.
Fine Powder and Custom Blends are available on request
This food grade zein is not fully de-pigmented, yet its purified, easily solubilized and can be used for a wide range of applications.
This food grade zein is de-pigmented, highly purified, and easily solubilized and can be used for a wide range of applications.
This zein grade is highly purified meeting high standard of pharmaceutical industry. Yet it is still under development.
This zein grade is highly purified meeting high standard of pharmaceutical industry. Yet it is still under development.
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How Will You Make the Shift?
BioZein is ready to support your company’s shift toward natural, compostable, and scalable material solutions.
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BioZein Technology Ltd. is leading producer of high-purity zein. We deliver cost-effective, sustainable solutions. Manufactured at our joint venture facility, Tai’an Lianna Biotechnology Ltd, located in Tai’an, Shandong Province, China.
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