Corn Next advances sustainable packaging with biodegradable Corn-17 and new U.S. facility
Corn Next, a California-based biobased material innovator, has announced two major milestones. The company secured its first equity investment and selected Los Angeles for its U.S. Integrated Demonstration Unit (IDU). This funding marks a key step toward replacing harmful single-use plastics with Corn Next-17, its proprietary biodegradable material. The investment will support early-stage production, strategic hiring, and research partnerships.
“Our decision to locate the IDU in Los Angeles reflects our commitment to innovation and sustainability,” said Randy Zhang, Founder and CEO of Corn Next.
Corn Next is focused on Corn Next-17, a starch-based material that naturally degrades within weeks. It leaves no microplastics or toxic residues behind.
The company’s goal is to demonstrate scalable production and attract partnerships across North America and globally. The new funding will accelerate these efforts.
