Description: The goal of this project is to investigate and develop a sustainable and biodegradable alternative to traditional plastics by producing bioplastic from starch. Starch, derived from renewable sources such as potatoes or corn, serves as a key raw material for this environmentally friendly bioplastic. The report outlines the methodology, results, and potential applications of the bioplastic produced.
Socio-Economic Benefits: Bioplastics are biodegradable and/or biobased materials. Biobased polymers are produced using renewable resources. Bioplastic materials have properties similar to those of conventional plastics and can be warehoused in a comparable manner and processed on conventional plastics machines. Biodegradable plastics can degrade in different environments, such as industrial composting, home composting, soil and water.
Category: Bioplastic – Microbial bioplastic, Agricultural material based bioplastic, For packaging, cutlery, lab utensils
Department: Chemistry