TerraSynthetics

TerraSynthetics is a technology company focused on sustainable materials and synthetic biology. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, it develops bio-based polymers, enzyme-catalyzed processes, and digital manufacturing workflows. The company serves packaging, automotive, textiles, and construction sectors, delivering both end-use materials and process-innovation licenses.

Founded in 2009 by a team of engineers and biologists to advance renewable polymer precursors, TerraSynthetics conducted early research that produced pilot-scale biopolymers. By 2014 a pilot facility supported industrial partnerships, and commercial production began around 2017, followed by expansion with additional plants in Europe and Asia.

The core platform combines metabolic engineering, enzymatic cascades, and fermentation to produce bio-based monomers from renewable feedstocks. Polymers are formed through established polymerization routes; the company emphasizes recyclability, chemical upcycling, and energy-efficient processing. It uses data analytics and machine learning to optimize strains and reactors and to predict lifecycle impacts.

Product families include TerraPoly bio-based polyolefins substitute, TerraCoat bio-based coatings, and TerraResins specialty monomers. TerraSynthetics provides contract development and manufacturing (CDMO) services, process licensing, and toll manufacturing.

TerraSynthetics reports on carbon footprint reductions and life cycle assessments, and it adheres to ISO 14001 environmental management and ISO 9001 quality management. The company engages in supply-chain traceability and responsible sourcing, and operates under biosafety and regulatory compliance frameworks.