biodegradable polymers Flashcards
1
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corn starch polymer
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- natural bio polymer
- high starch vegetables- corn, potatoes, maze
- uses: packaging products, straws, disposable cutlery, bags, take away food containers
2
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potatopak
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- natural bio polymer
- potato starch
- uses: single use food items, bowls, cutlery, food trays, serviettes, bin bags
3
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biopol
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- natural bio polymer
- bacteria grown in cultures
- uses: packaging products such as film, carrier bags, nappies, pill coverings
4
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polylactide acid (PLA)
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- synthetic bio polymer
- corn kernels or sugar cane, fermented to produce lactic acid, synthesised to make polylactic acid
- uses: packaging single use bottles, carrier bags, 3D printing, plant pots
5
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PHA
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- natural bio polymer
- bacteria grown in cultures, fully compostable
- uses: packaging, medical uses such as slow release medication patches
6
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lactide
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- synthetic bio polymer
- fully compostable, water soluble, PLA and cellulose based
- uses: biomedical applications, bone repair fixings, detergent washing sachets
7
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gylycolide (lactel and ecofilm)
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- synthetic bio polymer
- fully compostable, water soluble, PLA and cellulose based
- uses: food film, bags, bin bags, agricultural ground sheet, flower wrap
