Mr. Jeff MacDonald reports

ECOSYNTHETIX WINS TWO NEW TISSUE LINES FOR SURFLOCK FROM RELATIONSHIP WITH EUROPEAN DISTRIBUTOR

Two new tissue lines in Europe are using EcoSynthetix Inc.'s strength aids, SurfLock. The contract wins were a result of a distributor relationship with the RNM Group that has recently begun to work with EcoSynthetix to support commercialization activities. SurfLock is a bio-based strength aid that increases fibre to fibre interaction in paper-based applications, such paperboard, tissue and pulp.

"We continue to build momentum with these two new tissue wins. More and more manufacturers are recognizing the value SurfLock offers in paper applications to strengthen the fibre while using lower cost or recycled material," said Jeff MacDonald, chief executive officer of EcoSynthetix. "Our relationships with distributors, like the RNM Group, are an important element of our commercialization strategy. They allow us to extend our reach through organizations that the manufacturers know and trust, like RNM. The recognized value our strength aids offer, and the strong relationships and technical expertise of the distributors, amplify the opportunity for success in the tissue end market. We continue to trial with additional prospects through both distributors and direct relationships we maintain."

"As a national market leader in the chemicals industry, we take pride in bringing innovative, new technologies to our customers. EcoSynthetix's SurfLock strength aids are unique in the market. A bio-based alternative that offers economic and production benefits to manufacturers," said Ricardo Machado, chair of the board and chief executive officer of RNM Group. "Our team has the expertise and experience in market to support the adoption of new technologies that directly benefit our customers. It's a win-win relationship for the manufacturer and the chemical supplier."

About EcoSynthetix Inc.

EcoSynthetix offers a range of sustainable engineered biopolymers that allow customers to reduce their use of harmful materials, such as formaldehyde and styrene-based chemicals. The company's flagship products, DuraBind, SurfLock, Bioform and EcoSphere, are used to manufacture wood composites, personal care, paper, tissue and packaging products, and enable performance improvements, economic benefits and carbon footprint reduction.