OCENA - NATURAL RUBBER
USDA Certified with 82% Bio Based Content
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82% Bio-based Content
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FSC Natural Rubber
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Oyster Shell Powder
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ECO Carbon Black
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Water-Based Glue
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Application
82% Bio-based Content
The highest bio-based foam material.
OCENA® rubber is USDA-certified with a remarkable 82% bio-based content, making it the highest bio-based foam material for water sports apparel. This level of bio-based content meets federal procurement requirements, setting a new standard in sustainable water apparel materials.
Leveraging over 40 years of SHEICO's rubber foaming technology, OCENA® maintains superior elasticity and durability while maximizing its bio-based content, offering a truly sustainable alternative to synthetic rubber.
FSC Certified Natural Rubber
ISO 14067: Carbon Neutrality in Growth
In line with ISO 14067, the carbon dioxide absorbed by natural rubber trees during growth is recognized as carbon neutral. This makes natural rubber an excellent pathway for the industry to move toward carbon neutrality.
FSC Advantage in Carbon Sequestration
A 2023 FSC study confirmed that forests under FSC-certified sustainable management demonstrate superior carbon storage performance compared to conventional rubber plantations.
99% of Latex Allergy-causing Impurities Removed
Natural rubber is free from harmful chemicals and additives commonly found in synthetic rubber. Up to 99% of impurities that cause latex allergies have been removed during production, ensuring a hypoallergenic product that provides superior safety and comfort for users.
Many natural rubber plantations are located in rural areas of developing countries. Choosing products made from natural rubber can support these communities by providing employment opportunities and contributing to local economies.
Oyster Shell Powder
Turning Waste into Value
In the past, obtaining calcium carbonate required destructive mountain excavation. Today, OCENA® is transforming up to 1.6 million tons of oyster waste annually into a powerful environmental solution. Through our innovative process, discarded shells are converted into bio-calcium carbonate, dramatically reducing waste and combating environmental pollution.
98.41% Lower Emissions
By producing bio-based calcium carbonate from oyster shell waste, we achieve an estimated 98.41% reduction in CO₂-equivalent emissions during the manufacturing phase, compared to conventional mineral extraction.
Multiple Advantages of Oyster Shell Powder
-Ocean Waste Recycling Turning oyster shells into high-value circular materials.
-Reduced Resource Extraction Less reliance on conventional mined minerals.
-Inherent Carbon Capture Shell powder helps enhance CO₂ sequestration.
-Pure & Non-Toxic Free from heavy metal impurities, safer and clean
ECO Carbon Black
88% Lower Carbon Footprint
Each year, Thailand discards more than 600,000 tons of tires. To turn this challenge into opportunity, SHEICO launched ECO Infinic in 2017—transforming waste tires into eco-friendly products like ECO Carbon Black.
Backed by BSI certification, ECO Carbon Black achieves a nearly 88% lower carbon footprint compared to conventional petroleum-based carbon black. In wetsuit manufacturing, this translates into about 200 g less energy use per suit and a substantial cut in CO2 emissions.
As a core ingredient of OCENA®, it delivers more than performance—combining a rich black tone, enhanced ozone resistance, and proven sustainability in every product
Tons of scarp car tires to be recycled
Shredded tires that can be turned into carbon black
ECO carbon black made from scarp tires
Water-Based Glue
OCENA® vs. Water-Based Glue
SHEICO Turned Solvent-Based Glue Into Water-Based Glue to Decrease VOCs
In the past, solvent-based glue was typically used in neoprene lamination. However, these glues could contain harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs). To mitigate this risk and prioritize user health, OCENA® has transitioned entirely to using water-based glue, AQUA α ®, thereby reducing exposure to VOCs during production.
Application
Elevating Your Surface and Underwater Sporting Experience.
Derived from meticulously managed plantations, OCENA® natural rubber sets a new standard for quality and performance. By prioritizing environmental sustainability, OCENA® minimizes its ecological impact while maximizing functionality. With comparable performance to traditional neoprene rubber, OCENA® offers exceptional elasticity, durability, and resistance to abrasion.
Crafted with the needs of athletes and adventurers in mind, OCENA® is the ideal choice for wetsuits, boots, shoes, gloves, and a wide range of accessories tailored for surface and underwater sports. Dive into unparalleled performance with OCENA®.
FSC & USDA Certification
FSC(Forest Stewardship Council) certification ensures that products come from responsibly managed forests that provide environmental, social and economic benefits. SHEICO is FSC Chain-of-Custody (COC) certified which traces the path of products from forests through the supply chain, verifying that FSC-certified material is identified or kept separated from non-certified material throughout the chain.
OCENA® has obtained certification from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) with a biomass content reaching 82%. USDA certification signifies that OCENA® is produced using environmentally friendly and sustainable production methods. It also indicates compliance with strict standards for animal welfare and biodiversity conservation, contributing to the overall health of ecosystems. SHEICO actively promotes product sustainability certification and has obtained USDA certification for natural rubber, highlighting the company's commitment to ethical and sustainable practices.
