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PHILADELPHIA- April 29, 2025 - ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½ (B3: BRKM3, BRKM5, and BRKM6; NYSE: BAK; LATIBEX: XBRK), the largest polyolefins producer in the Americas, as well as a global market leader and pioneer producer of biopolymers on an industrial scale, and Fitesa, one of the world's largest nonwoven manufacturers and the first company to produce Spunbond nonwovens with I'm green   bio-based polyethylene, are proud to announce the use of ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½'s I'm green bio-based high-density polyethylene (HDPE) designed specifically for nonwoven applications.

• Optimal melting and Vicat temperatures, enabling the spinning of more resistant filaments.
• Made from bioethanol from sugarcane as feedstock, the I'm green  bio-based PE grade for nonwovens has a direct impact on the final product's carbon footprint,
• Optimized for high-speed nonwoven manufacturing, promoting process stability and efficiency.
• An alternative solution that offers the same durability and performance as traditional polyethylene.
• Fully recyclable with existing polyethylene recycling streams.
• Measurable and traceable bio-based content, fully compliant with industry standards.
• Reliable supply chain infrastructure and long-term industrial capabilities to meet growing demand.

ABOUT FITESA

Fitesa is one of the world's largest nonwoven manufacturers. We specialize in developing innovative solutions for the hygiene and healthcare markets by utilizing a broad range of technologies, including Spunbond, Spunmelt, Meltblown, Carded, Airlaid, Fitesa Advantage, Spunlace, Films, Elastics, and Composites. Headquartered in Porto Alegre, Brazil, Fitesa employs over 2,500 people in 21 manufacturing locations across 11 countries: Brazil, Germany, India, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, Peru, Sweden, United States, Thailand, and China. For more information about Fitesa and its products, visit www.fitesa.com and follow us on LinkedIn (Fitesa) and Instagram (@fitesanonwovens).

For questions or comments, contact marketing@fitesa.com.

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