Biopolymers
PHA-Based Resins for Blown-Cast Films, Injection Molding and Thermoforming
TerraVerdae Bioworks has globally launched a new line of PHA-based resins for customer evaluation.
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Unique Biobased PC Copolymer Blend with PCR Content
SABIC’s new Thermocomp biobased compound offers sustainable option for uses in E/E/, healthcare and other key market sectors.
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Biopolymer Compounding on a Twin-Screw Extruder: Four Things You Need to Know
Global bioplastic production capacity is expected to increase to 4.8 billion lb by 2024, driven by OEMs and brand owners steadily converting applications to these “green” materials. If you’re looking to supply compounds to meet this demand, here are some key processing considerations you need to know.
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SABIC Partners with NUDEC to Launch Renewable PC
The SABIC-NUDEC collaboration targeted to building & construction applications.
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NatureWorks and IMA in Strategic Partnership for the Compostable Coffee Pods Market
The partnership is aimed at accelerating the availability of a turn-key solution for K-Cup compatible compostable coffee pods in North America.
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Total Corbion PLA in Engineering Stage for new PLA Plant in Europe
The 50/50 joint venture between Total and Corbion has kicked off the front-end engineering design stage for its new 200-million lb/yr PLA plant in Grandpuits, France.
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Eight Startups Aim to Tackle Plastic Pollution
Rethinking Materials summit includes startups approaching issue through bioplastics and others through circular technologies.
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Start-Up Company to Accelerate Development of Renewable Feedstocks
Trillium Renewable Chemicals to advance technology for production of such feedstocks as acrylonitrile for use in ABS and other plastics.
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Pilot Plant to Produce Multipurpose Bioplastic from Soy Residue
Four Finnish companies in collaboration to develop the first process to produce compostable bioplastic from food and feed production side streams.
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Danimer Scientific and Mars Wrigley Partner to Develop Innovative Home Compostable Packaging
Using DanimerScientific’s PHA biopolymer, Mars Wrigley will leverage its portfolio of iconic treats and snacks to enable consumer to compost at home.
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