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Novel Corn-based Biopolymer Arrives in US Novel Corn-based Biopolymer Arrives in US

Corn Next’s patented fermentation process transforms cornstarch into a fully biodegradable biopolymer with unique properties.

Jan 22, 2025

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Grabity haircare bottle made from coconut shells

Haircare Brand Debuts in Bottles Made from Coconuts Haircare Brand Debuts in Bottles Made from Coconuts

Jan 14, 2025

1 Min Read

Bio-based EPS Offers New Packaging Alternative Bio-based EPS Offers New Packaging Alternative

Jan 14, 2025

1 Min Read

Honda X-ADV motorcycle

Automotive & Mobility

Honda Adopts Bioplastic for Motorcycle's Bodywork and Windshield Honda Adopts Bioplastic for Motorcycle's Bodywork and Windshield

byStephen Moore

Jan 6, 2025

1 Min Read

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Plastic Packaging Must-Reads of 2024 Plastic Packaging Must-Reads of 2024

Dec 17, 2024

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Santa checking list

All I Want for Christmas Is a Brand-new Plastic All I Want for Christmas Is a Brand-new Plastic

byJohn Spevacek

Dec 17, 2024

1 Min Read

4 key issues of sustainable packaging

4 Key Issues Impacting Packaging Sustainability

4 Key Issues Impacting Packaging Sustainability

byJoanna Cosgrove, Freelance Writer

Winners of 2024 CLEPA Innovation Awards

Automotive & Mobility

Circular Carbon Blacks Slash Emissions

Circular Carbon Blacks Slash Emissions

byStephen Moore

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The X Factor in Bioplastics: November’s Top 10

The X Factor in Bioplastics: November’s Top 10

plastic resin research

Toray, PTT Explore Technology for Non-edible Biomass-derived Polyamide

Toray, PTT Explore Technology for Non-edible Biomass-derived Polyamide

byStephen Moore

Eastman Aventa food tray made from cellulose aka wood pulp

Eastman’s Bioplastic Foam Aces Tests

Eastman’s Bioplastic Foam Aces Tests

Accredo's bioplastic pouch is made of sugarcane-derived PE

First 100% Bioplastic Pouch Debuts

First 100% Bioplastic Pouch Debuts

bio-based leather alternative

Rheom Materials Eyes Commercial-scale Production of Bio-based Leather Alternative

Rheom Materials Eyes Commercial-scale Production of Bio-based Leather Alternative

Promising Plastic Packaging: Our Pack Expo Picks

Promising Plastic Packaging: Our Pack Expo Picks

wood-based carbon fiber

Automotive & Mobility

Wood-based Carbon Fiber Conserves Energy

Wood-based Carbon Fiber Conserves Energy

byStephen Moore

used cooking oil as feedstock

Automotive & Mobility

Sustainable PBT Compounds Based on Bio-circular BDO Unveiled at Fakuma

Sustainable PBT Compounds Based on Bio-circular BDO Unveiled at Fakuma

byStephen Moore

Erico Spini, RadiciGroup

Automotive & Mobility

RadiciGroup Launches Bio-based PA Line at Fakuma

RadiciGroup Launches Bio-based PA Line at Fakuma

byNorbert Sparrow

PEF Biopolymer Triples Traction in US, Europe

PEF Biopolymer Triples Traction in US, Europe

matchstick

Halogen-free, Flame-retardant Biopolymer Earns PLASTICS Innovation Award

Halogen-free, Flame-retardant Biopolymer Earns PLASTICS Innovation Award

byGeoff Giordano

compostable flexible plastic packaging

The Future of Composting and Bioplastics: How USDA's New Definition Could Be a Game Changer

The Future of Composting and Bioplastics: How USDA's New Definition Could Be a Game Changer

byRodrigo Castaneda, vp and general manager at TIPA North America

AIMPLAS scientist looking at slides

Bio-based Disinfectant May Reduce Hospital-acquired Infections

Bio-based Disinfectant May Reduce Hospital-acquired Infections

byNorbert Sparrow

white plastic resin spilling from test tube

Bio-based Medical-grade PVC Compounds Match Properties of Conventional PVC

Bio-based Medical-grade PVC Compounds Match Properties of Conventional PVC

Carbios and Sleever to develop first biodegradable shrink sleeve label

Carbios, Sleever Plan to Make Shrink Sleeves Home Compostable

Carbios, Sleever Plan to Make Shrink Sleeves Home Compostable

Bioplastics News Stream

Bioplastics News Stream

Compostable Coffee Pod Improves Sustainability and Flavor

Compostable Coffee Pod Improves Sustainability and Flavor

byKate Bertrand Connolly 1, Freelance Writer

Compostable Protein Tray

Compostable Foam Tray Targets Meat, Poultry, and Seafood

Compostable Foam Tray Targets Meat, Poultry, and Seafood

lab workers

Braskem Opens Renewable Innovation Center in Boston Biotech and Innovation Cluster

Braskem Opens Renewable Innovation Center in Boston Biotech and Innovation Cluster

street tram

Automotive & Mobility

Exel Composites Unveils Bio-based Unsaturated Polyester Resin

Exel Composites Unveils Bio-based Unsaturated Polyester Resin

byStephen Moore

Biopolymer films made from seaweed

Biopolymer’s Secret is Seaweed

Biopolymer’s Secret is Seaweed

byKate Bertrand Connolly 1, Freelance Writer

olive tree branch

Automotive & Mobility

Olive Stones Find Afterlife as Carbon-neutral Composite Fillers

Olive Stones Find Afterlife as Carbon-neutral Composite Fillers

byStephen Moore

BMW M Visionary Materials Seat

Automotive & Mobility

Winners of the 2024 Altair Enlighten Award, Part I

Winners of the 2024 Altair Enlighten Award, Part I

byStephen Moore

Itaca bike seat post

Automotive & Mobility

Composite Seat Post Brings Comfort and Sustainability to Endurance Cycling

Composite Seat Post Brings Comfort and Sustainability to Endurance Cycling

byStephen Moore

Hytrel TPC materials

Automotive & Mobility

Celanese Introduces Bio-based Elastomer for Foamed Footwear

Celanese Introduces Bio-based Elastomer for Foamed Footwear

byStephen Moore

Compostable Zippers Boost Flexible Packaging’s Sustainability

Compostable Zippers Boost Flexible Packaging’s Sustainability

byKate Bertrand Connolly 1, Freelance Writer

open car doors showing weather seal

Automotive & Mobility

Dow Delivers Bio-based EPDM

Dow Delivers Bio-based EPDM

byStephen Moore

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