Figure 1: Thermo Scientific PCR Plastics, Sustain Series
Reducing environmental impacts without sacrificing performance or quality
Introducing the Thermo Scientific PCR Plastics, Sustain Series, bringing together precision, reliability, and sustainability. These PCR plastics go beyond providing accurate and reproducible PCR data. They represent our commitment to integrating more sustainable practices into our manufacturing processes, without compromising on product quality or performance. Our commitment to developing products with the environment in mind helps us to reduce the collective carbon footprint of the life sciences.
PCR plastics, Sustain Series signify a breakthrough in our PCR and quantitative PCR (qPCR) product offering. These new PCR consumables are manufactured under ISO 9001 guidelines within a Class 100,000 cleanroom from a biobased medical-grade virgin polypropylene that is chemically and molecularly identical to existing Thermo Scientific PCR plastics. These products are supported by certification from the globally recognized International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) system. This greener approach is equivalent to 1.96x* lower CO2 equivalent emissions per kg of biobased polypropylene resin compared to traditional fossil fuel-based polypropylene resin.
By choosing the Sustain Series PCR plastics, researchers can get accurate, reproducible results while contributing to a greener future and demonstrating a commitment to responsible sourcing of laboratory plastics.
Key attributes
- 1.96x lower CO2e emissions per kg of biobased polypropylene resin compared to equivalent products manufactured from traditional fossil-fuel based polypropylene resin**
- Uniform, ultra-thin walls enable maximum and consistent heat transfer for equally high performance of every sample
- Wells are visually inspected and electrostatically tested for defects and contaminants, and every lot is run through a PCR cycling test to evaluate sealing
- Manufactured from second generation bio-circular feedstocks that are chemically and molecularly identical to our existing Thermo Scientific PCR plastics
- Products are mass balance chain-of-custody certified by the globally recognized International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) system
- Certified DNase-, RNase-, Human DNA-, and PCR inhibitor-free to help ensure the accuracy and reproducibility of PCR results
- Compatible with Applied Biosystems thermal cyclers and a wide range of other popular instruments
- Choose from a variety of formats to help meet your specific PCR or qPCR needs, including 96-well plates, 384-well plates, and strip tubes with attached or separate caps
Sustain Series PCR plastics have 1.96x lower CO2e emissions per kg compared to equivalent products manufactured from traditional fossil-fuel based polypropylene resins**
Comparison of CO2e emissions between Sustain Series PCR biobased and fossil fuel-based resins
| Description | Thermo Scientific PCR Plastics Cat. No. | Fossil fuel-based resin emissions (kg CO2e)** | Thermo Scientific PCR plastics, Sustain Series Cat. No. | Biobased resin emissions (kg CO2e)** | Resin emissions difference (kg CO2e) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCR plates | |||||
| 96-Well PCR Plate, Non-Skirted | AB0600 | 1.01 | AB0600SS | -0.97 | -1.99 |
| 96-Well PCR Plate, Low Profile, Non-Skirt | AB0700 | 0.91 | AB0700SS | -0.87 | -1.78 |
| 96-Well PCR Plate, Low Profile, Full Skirted | AB0800 | 1.28 | AB0800SS | -1.23 | -2.51 |
| 96-Well PCR Plate, Segmented, Semi-Skirted | AB0900 | 1.19 | AB0900SS | -1.14 | -2.33 |
| 96-Well PCR Plate, Semi-Skirted, Flat Deck | AB1400 | 1.13 | AB1400SS | -1.09 | -2.22 |
| 384-Well PCR Plate, Full Skirted | AB1384 | 2.62 | AB1384SS | -2.51 | -5.13 |
| PCR strip tubes and cap (packaged together) | |||||
| Low Profile 8-Strip PCR Tubes w/ Domed Caps | AB0772 | 0.47 | AB0772SS | -0.45 | -0.91 |
| Low Profile 8-Strip PCR Tubes w/ Domed Caps | AB0775 | 0.97 | AB0775SS | -0.93 | -1.90 |
| Low Profile 8-Strip PCR Tubes w/ Flat Caps | AB0773 | 0.47 | AB0773SS | -0.45 | -0.91 |
| Low Profile 8-Strip PCR Tubes w/ Flat Caps | AB0776 | 0.97 | AB0776SS | -0.93 | -1.90 |
| Low Profile 8-Strip PCR Tubes w/ Ultra Clear Caps | AB1770 | 0.97 | AB1770SS | -0.93 | -1.90 |
| 8-Strip PCR Tubes w/ Domed Caps | AB0451 | 0.78 | AB0451SS | -0.74 | -1.52 |
| 8-Strip PCR Tubes w/ Domed Caps | AB0266 | 1.62 | AB0266SS | -1.55 | -3.17 |
| 8-Strip PCR Tubes w/ Flat Caps | AB1182 | 1.62 | AB1182SS | -1.55 | -3.17 |
| 8-Strip PCR Tubes w/ Ultra Clear Caps for qPCR | AB1183 | 0.78 | AB1183SS | -0.74 | -1.52 |
| PCR Strip Tubes and Cap (packaged separately) | |||||
| Low Profile 8-Strip PCR Tubes | AB0771 | 0.31 | AB0771SS | -0.29 | -0.60 |
| 8-Strip PCR Tubes | AB0452 | 0.62 | AB0452SS | -0.59 | -1.21 |
| 8-Strip PCR Tubes | AB0264 | 1.28 | AB0264SS | -1.23 | -2.52 |
| 8-Strip Domed Caps | AB0386 | 0.16 | AB0386SS | -0.15 | -0.31 |
| 8-Strip Domed Caps | AB0265 | 0.33 | AB0265SS | -0.32 | -0.65 |
| 8-Strip Flat Caps | AB0783 | 0.16 | AB0783SS | -0.15 | -0.31 |
| 8-Strip Flat Caps | AB0784 | 0.33 | AB0784SS | -0.32 | -0.65 |
| 8-Strip Ultra Clear Caps for qPCR | AB0866 | 0.16 | AB0866SS | -0.15 | -0.31 |
| PCR Strip Tubes with Attached Caps | |||||
| 8-Strip PCR Tubes with Attached Flat Caps | AB2000 | 2.22 | AB2000SS | -2.13 | -4.36 |
| 8-Strip PCR Tubes with Attached Ultra Clear Caps | AB2005 | 2.22 | AB2005SS | -2.13 | -4.36 |
* As compared to the equivalent fossil fuel-derived polypropylene resin emissions, cradle to gate (kg CO2e).
** Product carbon footprint data provided by the manufacturer of the biobased polypropylene resin. Fossil fuel–based polypropylene has a cradle-to-gate footprint of 1.75 kg CO2e per kg of resin. Biobased polypropylene has a footprint of –1.68 kg CO2e per kg of resin. This includes cradle-to-gate fossil fuel–based emissions (0.96 kg CO2e per kg), biogenic emissions (0.77 kg CO2e per kg), and biogenic removals (–3.41 kg CO2e per kg). ISCC PLUS-certified biobased resin emissions, cradle to gate (kg CO2e per kg).
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Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Biobased plastics are fully or partly made from biological raw materials, as opposed to the petroleum or fossil fuel used in conventional plastics.
Biobased plastic products from Thermo Fisher Scientific are indistinguishable from traditional fossil fuel–based plastics and have a lower carbon footprint without sacrificing performance. Additionally, there is no need for revalidation or retesting, as the product is chemically and molecularly identical to the existing fossil fuel–based version.
Incorporation of biobased and fossil fuel-based resins occurs at the monomer level, which helps ensure that the properties and characteristics of the biobased plastics remain consistent with traditional fossil fuel-based plastics. Plastics with biobased content by mass balance help reduce reliance on fossil fuel-based resources while maintaining desired performance.
Bio-circular feedstocks, a feedstock category defined by the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) certification system, refer to materials that are considered waste or processing residue at the beginning of the supply chain that are not landfilled or energetically used, but instead reused, further used, or recycled in a loop without dropping out of the economy. These feedstocks can be used to make biobased plastics without sacrificing performance and have a lower environmental footprint compared to virgin fossil fuel–based feedstocks.
The ISCC is an independent initiative and globally recognized certification system supporting more sustainable, traceable, and deforestation-free supply chains. It sets standards and provides certification for various sectors, including agriculture, food, feed, chemicals, and biofuels. The ISCC aims to promote more sustainable production and trade while addressing environmental and social aspects.
ISCC PLUS certification is one of the certification schemes under the ISCC certification system. One focus area under this scheme is on sustainability and traceability aspects of biomass-based products, such as biofuels, bioplastics, and biochemicals. ISCC PLUS certification verifies chain of custody, traceability throughout the supply chain, and compliance with sustainability criteria through independent third-party certification. It helps provide assurance to customers and stakeholders that the certified products meet strict sustainability requirements.
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