D-PIM™

As we strive to protect the global environment and realize a sustainable society, values such as ethical practices and traceability are gaining importance across generations. The sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources, the significant reduction of waste, and the urgent need to address climate change caused by CO₂ emissions are all pressing global challenges.
However, when it comes to plastic waste, progress on the 4Rs—Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle—remains limited. In addition, marine debris such as microplastics continues to pose a growing threat to ecosystems and human health, accelerating the environmental crisis.
DAIHO’s answer to this challenge is Pulp Injection Molding (D-PIM™)—a new sustainable technology that harnesses the power of nature.

CO₂, a major contributor to climate change, is not only emitted during the production of a product. Emissions occur throughout the entire lifecycle—from fossil fuel extraction and transportation (procurement), to refining and plastic production, distribution and use, and ultimately disposal or recycling. Each of these stages contributes to the environmental burden.
To measure this impact quantitatively, we use a method called LCA (Life Cycle Assessment).
As shown in the graph, D-PIM™ emits significantly less CO₂ not only compared to petroleum-based materials but even to plant-derived bioplastics.
This clearly demonstrates that D-PIM™ is not only a material made from natural sources—pulp and starch—but also a truly sustainable technology that minimizes environmental impact at every stage of its lifecycle.

Plastics are convenient and affordable materials that have become indispensable to modern consumer life. However, their significant impact on climate change has become a major global issue.
Despite growing awareness, plastic production continues to rise rapidly, with CO₂ emissions from plastics projected to increase dramatically—from 718 Mt in 2015 to 1,340 Mt by 2030, and 2,800 Mt by 2050—an almost fourfold increase.
But the problem doesn’t end there. Discarded plastics—especially lightweight, portable items like PET bottles—are polluting our oceans, which are the source of life on Earth. Alarmingly, at the current pace, it's estimated that by 2050, the volume of plastic waste in the ocean could exceed that of fish.
Marine life is visibly suffering from the effects of plastic pollution, with countless animals injured or killed by discarded materials. Furthermore, the growing concern over microplastics and microbeads—broken-down particles of plastic—is their impact on marine ecosystems and even human health. These particles not only contain toxic additives but also absorb harmful chemicals while floating in the ocean.
The very features that make plastic so useful—durability and water resistance—also mean that it doesn’t break down easily, accumulating in the environment for decades and causing extensive harm.
Even plant-based bioplastics cannot fully resolve this issue.

A New Sustainable Technology Powered by Nature Pulp Injection Molding—DAIHO’s Solution (D-PIM™)

D-PIM™ is a sustainability technology developed by DAIHO that utilizes the power of nature by injection molding products made from 100% natural materials—combining pulp with plant-based binders.
The resulting products offer outstanding biodegradability, excellent water solubility, zero harmful emissions when incinerated, and top-level recyclability (via both paper recycling and reuse of molding materials). This makes D-PIM™ an ideal solution for reducing environmental impact and eliminating marine pollution.
In addition, D-PIM™ boasts excellent thermal properties for injection-molded products, withstanding high temperatures up to 120°C and low temperatures down to -20°C without any change in physical characteristics.

FSC®
A Commitment to Protecting and Nurturing Forests and the Environment

We live surrounded by the many blessings of forests—paper, wood, plants, and abundant water resources. Forests also play vital roles in providing habitats for wildlife, absorbing carbon dioxide, producing oxygen, and preventing landslides.
Unfortunately, deforestation and the destruction of nature continue in the name of economic and industrial development.
At DAIHO, we believe this must never happen. We deeply resonate with the values of FSC, which promotes the responsible management and preservation of forests. That’s why we are highly selective about the pulp used in our products—our PIM technology uses only FSC-certified pulp.