But some biopolymers, such as starch and lignin, are readily available as byproducts of other industrial processes and could serve as cheap bioplastic ingredients. Lignin’s natural strength could help ...

Potatoes are a natural candidate for bioplastics because of their high starch content. High levels of potato cultivation worldwide also mean an abundant supply that can help meet the world’s ...

Bioplastics are made from renewable biological sources such as corn starch, sugarcane or potato starch. And there’s real growth potential and money to be made in th Plastics are one of the ...

Finnish researchers have made a bioplastic from rice starch. The new transparent, biodegradable material has a high degree of mechanical strength and good thermal resistance. The bioplastic ...

Bioplastic Packaging Market, By Product Type (Bio-PET, PLA and PLA Blends, Starch Blends, Other biodegradables), By Application (Plastic Bottles, Packaging and Others), By Packaging Type (Rigid ...

Bioplastics may avoid some of the issues associated with non-biodegradable fossil fuel­–derived plastics, ... He says his work on bioplastics, such as starch-based and bamboo-based plastics, ...

The global market for bioplastics was valued at $7.49 billion in 2023 and is projected to expand from $7.41 to $56.99 billion in 2024 through 2032. If you’re looking to bet your money on ...

Researchers have successfully grown green algae in a specialized bioplastic “shelter” designed to mimic Mars. The Harvard ...

Inspired by the always immaculate lotus leaf, researchers have developed a self-cleaning bioplastic that is sturdy, sustainable and compostable. The innovative plastic developed at RMIT University ...

But some biopolymers, such as starch and lignin, are readily available as byproducts of other industrial processes and could serve as cheap bioplastic ingredients.