Higher-Performing Biopolymers Seek New Market Opportunities

摘要

A new generation of biodegradable polymers is going beyond conventional applications like bags and disposable cutlery and packaging.Two German biopolymer suppliers are focused on delivering improved processability and better performance to meet more demanding uses.These new cellulose blends,polylactic acid (PLA) blends,and polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) compounds are aimed at medical and diagnostic devices and barrier packaging in addition to more standard packaging and disposable uses.Both PLA and PHB are derived from bacterial fermentation of plant starches or sugars.