The biomaterials are derived from non-fossil resources, that is to say not produced from oil, gas or coal. The development of these materials is only in its infancy. Currently, Faurecia already producing composite materials based on natural fibers of plant origin associated with a polymer-based oil. The share of natural fibers varies between 50 and 85% depending on the applications in the market today.

Might we really do without oil? The supplier Faurecia developed in great secrecy a plastic 100% organic. It is composed of natural fibers mixed with a polymer from biomass. The objective of this development is not only an exercise in media, it is necessary for automotive applications in large volume. Its manufacture and must meet all the requirements of automotive products in terms of technical (mechanical strength, aging, etc..) Economic, industrial or regulation. Laurence Dufrancatel leader development materials from biomass, said: " This 100% organic plastic must be used worldwide by the automotive industry. It should not be limited to certain geographical areas. That is why a lot of natural fibers can be used, such as hemp, flax and bamboo, as well as the polymer can be obtained from many sources of biomass such as corn, wheat or beet, and eventually waste biomass production .

This project began 2 years ago in the laboratories of Faurecia Meru in the Oise (France). The development program is not completed but the goal of the supplier is to offer 100% organic materials for manufacturers in the early 2011.