Bio Plastics
What are 'Bio-Plastics'?
Plastics made from renewable resources are frequently called bio-plastics or biopolymers. However, the term "bio-plastics" lacks a precise definition. It is typically used to refer to various materials that are, at least in part, derived from bio-based (renewable) feedstock and/or have the ability to biodegrade.
Biocomposites Bioplastic compounds
The goal of these bioplastic compounds is to enhance the properties of raw plastics, focusing on their transformation (such as rheology modification and ease of unmolding), intrinsic qualities (like mechanical and thermal properties), and degradation rate kinetics. Tailored to meet specific client needs, these compounds can include a mix of biobased and/or biodegradable polymers, along with additives and other components.
The term "bio-plastics" refers to polymers which are bio-based, biodegradable, or both.
Bio-based Plastic
This means that a material is (at least partially) sourced from biomass, which includes organic matter of biological origin, excluding those found in geological formations or fossilized. Examples of biomass include plants, trees, algae, marine life, microorganisms, and animals. "Bio-based" can also indicate that the feedstock for producing a material comes from various forms of organic waste.
Biodegradable Plastic
Materials are biodegradable if they can be broken down into natural substances like water, carbon dioxide, and compost by various organisms, primarily through microbiological processes. This biodegradation depends on environmental conditions, such as the presence of oxygen, and is linked to the material's chemical structure rather than its source. The term "biodegradable" does not specify the timeframe or specific conditions needed for the material's natural decomposition.
"bio-based" does not equal "biodegradable"
Bio-Plastic Applications
Cutlery
Textile & Nonwoven
Stationary
Packaging
Plastic Bags
Agriculture Horiculture
Cosmetics
Luxury Products
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Advantages Of 'Bio-Plastics'
The advantages of plastics made from renewable resources, with some being biodegradable, lie in three key areas: their environmental benefits, their technical performance, and their marketing and communication value for companies.
ENVIRONMENTAL ADVANTAGES
The primary benefit of bioplastics is their capability to improve the environmental impact of a product.
TECHNICAL ADVANTAGES
Bioplastic materials may provide new functionalities like biodegradation, recycling polymers.