Starch-based composition and process for the production of biodegradable packaging materials

摘要

For the production of biodegradable products, in particular sheets or filler elements for packing, a starch-based composition is used comprising in parts in weight on the total weight thereof: starch in an amount comprised between 96% and 99% in weight, said starch incorporating an amount of amylose comprised between 18% and 43% in weight on the total weight thereof; at least a weak acid in an amount comprised between 0.2% and 2% in weight; and at least a lipid in an amount comprised between 0,5% and 2% in weight.