mycelium molded packaging
JULY 2025 > AUGUST 2025
Sustainable candle packaging using mycelium-based biomaterial, developed through custom substrate formulations and injection-style mold design optimized for low-cost, scalable production.
> Developed a proprietary growth recipe combining hemp hurd, fine hardwood shavings, and nutrient blends to maximize mycelial growth rate and surface density.
> Projected production cost would be below $0.50 per unit at ~10,000 units, which implies sustainable scalability.
> Designed a two part mold with air channels, alignment features, and release geometry to ensure even colonization and clean demolding.
> Tuned growth and drying parameters to achieve consistent part density and surface texture suitable for consumer packaging.
