We transform toxic waste into the infrastructure of tomorrow

We replace Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) using cellulose acetate recycled from cigarette butts to create high-performance biocomposites.

Material Sustentable Panterra

The Global Problem

14.5M

Metric Tons

Of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) generated, taking 500+ years to degrade in landfills.

Chemical Toxicity

EPS releases styrene and benzene. Meanwhile, billions of cigarette butts contaminate soil and water with heavy metals.

Microplastics

Both residues fragment, entering the oceanic food chain and causing respiratory and long-term health issues.

Circular Economy Model

We revolutionize waste management by converting a severe pollutant (cellulose acetate) into a valuable resource for the packaging and construction industries.

1

Acquisition & Pre-treatment

Collection of cigarette filters from tobacco companies. Cleaning and decontamination process of cellulose acetate.

2

Manufacturing & Formulation

Integration with agar matrix, glycerin, and beeswax coating to create a homogeneous formula resistant to humidity and temperature.

3

Product Delivery

Final applications in sustainable packaging, insulation panels, and eco-friendly construction materials.

Zero Waste

Stable at 100°C

Moisture Protection

Organic Fertilizer

Why we are superior

Our biocomposite achieves a closed-cell foam structure that mimics industrial polystyrene, without the environmental cost.

Feature Polystyrene (EPS) Panterra
Raw Material Petroleum (Non-renewable) Cellulose Acetate (Waste)
End of Life 500+ Years (Microplastics) 30-180 Days (Compostable)
Thermal Resistance Flammable Stable up to 100°C
Chemical Safety Contains Styrene & Benzene Non-toxic, industrially safe
Total Social Cost Very High Very Low (ESG Compliance)

Market Opportunity

Validated at sustainability congresses and through feedback from industry leaders like Mercado Libre and BAT. Our B2B model charges no "Green Premium".

Food Delivery

$32B 2034

Global EPS

$13.8B

TAM

$22,000M

Total Available Market

SAM

$7,500M

Serviceable Available Market

SOM

$300M

Serviceable Obtainable Market

Panterra Team

Researchers, Engineers, and Advisors from Universidad Panamericana.

Foto grupal del equipo Panterra

Inventors & Founders

A

Alejandro Zarza

Engineer

V

Valeria Hernández

Engineer

A

Axel Palacios

Engineer

F

Francisco Olguín

Engineer

A

Alejandro Pérez

Engineer

Academic Coaches

PhD. Gabriela Durán A.
PhD. Isaí Reyes
PhD. Alberto Rosa
PhD. Hugo Luna
M. Eng. Diego Larrondo