Exhibiting at Thaifex - Anuga Asia 2025

Material Innovation and Solution Co., Ltd., headquartered in Mueang Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, is a pioneering company in the field of sustainable packaging technology. Operating under the brand name K-dle by MI&S, the company specializes in eco-friendly cushioning solutions derived from 100% natural rubber latex. With a focus on biodegradability, innovation, and protection performance, MI&S is redefining how agricultural and fragile goods are transported globally.

Core Business

Material Innovation and Solution Co., Ltd. is dedicated to the research, design, and manufacturing of sustainable packaging products, offering high-performance yet environmentally responsible alternatives to traditional plastic foam and synthetic cushioning. Its flagship product, K-dle Cushion Net, is made entirely from renewable Thai natural rubber and targets both domestic agricultural supply chains and international exporters.

Product and Service Offerings

The company offers a specialized range of protective packaging materials ideal for perishables, produce, and delicate industrial goods:

• Eco-Friendly Packaging

  • K-dle Cushion Net: Flexible and breathable sleeve used to protect fruits such as mangoes, guavas, apples, and other perishable or fragile items during transport
  • Designed to replace EPS foam nets commonly used in agricultural exports

• Customizable Cushioning Solutions

  • Available in various diameters and tensile properties
  • Tailored for specific fruits, electronics, glassware, and medical equipment

• Material Innovation Services

  • R&D consultancy for biodegradable material development
  • Partnerships with agritech companies and exporters for zero-waste packaging systems

Specialization and Core USP

MI&S distinguishes itself through its scientific approach to sustainable material engineering, underpinned by strong collaborations with academic institutions and local Thai rubber cooperatives.

Key USPs include:

• 100% biodegradable and compostable materials
• Non-toxic, breathable, and moisture-resistant rubber netting
• Custom-formulated to ensure shock absorption and pressure dispersion
• Compliant with global sustainability goals (UN SDGs) and Thailand’s Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) economy model

K-dle Cushion Nets offer an average decomposition time of less than 6 months, in contrast to plastic alternatives which can take centuries.

Financials

As an innovation-driven SME, MI&S does not publicly disclose financial statements. However, based on innovation grant records, trade show participation, and supply scale:

• Estimated annual revenue: THB 8–12 million (~USD 230K–350K)
• Sales distribution: 70% domestic (Thailand), 30% export and partnerships
• Main growth sectors: fruit exporters, plastic-alternative buyers, ESG-focused procurement

International Reach and Export Records

• Export-ready with active inquiries and pilot partnerships in Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, and the EU
• Supported by Thailand's Office of SMEs Promotion (OSMEP) and Innovation & Technology Assistance Program (ITAP)
• Participation in innovation showcases including:
  • THAIFEX – Anuga Asia
  • National Innovation Agency (NIA) Green Tech Pavilion

Target Market

• Agricultural exporters of fruits such as mangoes, guavas, and citrus fruits
• Fresh produce wholesalers focused on reducing single-use plastic
• Eco-conscious packaging suppliers
• Importers in regions with strict packaging waste regulations
• Universities and research labs exploring sustainable materials

Capabilities

• On-site manufacturing of K-dle cushion products using patented formulations
• R&D collaborations with academic polymer science departments
• Ability to fulfill low to medium volume orders with quick prototyping cycles
• Packaging design consulting tailored to fruit skin sensitivity, ripeness duration, and humidity levels

Certifications and Compliance

• Thailand Green Label pending certification
• R&D supported by Thailand Science Park and NSTDA (National Science and Technology Development Agency)
• Products conform to:
  • EU RoHS and REACH standards for material safety
  • Plastic Reduction and Biodegradability standards (domestic Thai and ASEAN regional guidelines)

Customer Testimonials

"We were looking for a replacement for our mango foam nets that wouldn’t damage the skin during transit. K-dle provided the flexibility and breathability we needed, and our customers appreciated the eco-forward message."
— Export Manager, Thai Fruit Cooperative

"K-dle's cushioning net helped reduce our plastic waste by 70% across three seasons of guava exports. We plan to switch all our fruit packaging to this product within the next year."
— Sustainability Officer, Agricultural Exporter, Taiwan

Major Achievements

• Developed the first 100% natural rubber-based fruit cushioning net in Thailand
• Selected by National Innovation Agency (NIA) as a featured green-tech innovator in 2022
• Recognized under Thailand’s BCG (Bio-Circular-Green) Economy Model
• Shortlisted for ASEAN Packaging Innovation Award
• Ongoing pilot collaboration with fruit exporters in Chiang Mai and Nakhon Pathom

Material Innovation and Solution Co., Ltd. continues to lead in sustainable packaging innovation, offering high-performance, biodegradable alternatives that support both environmental goals and economic functionality for export-dependent sectors.