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These three terms all mean different things. The average user of plastic products is often confused by the terms ‘bio-sourced’ and ‘biodegradable’ plastics. So, let’s clear that up right away. Bio-sourced Plastics Pros Bio-sourced or biobased plastic refers to the origin of the material...
Plastic that is fossil fuel-based and non-biodegradable is what we know as conventional plastic. It takes centuries for most of these plastics to breakdown in the environment, and oil-derived plastics leave toxic byproducts in the soil or water. But if a plastic is biobased and biodegradable...
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Bio-based plasticisers Chemical risks and legislation (A non exhaustive overview). The use of certain phthalates is restricted under the REACH Regulation (Annex XVII) and certain phthalates are listed as Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) under the same regulation. Plasticisers may also be ...
A good example of a biobased, but not biodegradable plastic is the new plantbottle from the Coca-Cola Company. The polymer used in plastic bottles is polyethylene terephthalate (PET, recycle number 1). PET is produced using condensation polymerization of monoethylene glycol (MEG) and terephthalic...
Bioplastics support the earth by offering a reduced carbon footprint, reduced use of fossil resources, and improved end-of-life options. Bioplastic is a non-toxic alternative to traditional plastic. The Carbon Cycle When a plant grows, it takes in carbon dioxide, and when it biodegrades, it ...
4. The result of the polymerization is small pieces of raw material polylactic acid plastic which can be converted into an array of PLA plastic products. What are the benefits of PLA products? PLA requires 65% less energy to produce than traditional, petroleum-based plastics. It also emits 68...
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Clear definitions for "biobased" and "biodegradable" are needed to allow stakeholders of (bio)plastics to make fact-based decisions regarding material selection, application, and end-of-life options; the same level of clarity is needed for terms like "renewable carbon" and "bio-attributed" ...