resin compound
Let’s explore sustainable polymers, which are an essential part of building a greener and more circular economy.
Made from renewable resources (e.g., corn, sugarcane)
Can break down naturally (under certain conditions)
Can be reprocessed into new materials
Produced with lower energy or emissions.
| Type | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
|
Biobased & Biodegradable |
Made from plants and naturally degrades |
PLA (Polylactic Acid), PHA (Polyhydroxyalkanoates) |
|
Biobased & Non-biodegradable |
Made from renewable sources but behaves like conventional plastic |
Bio-PE, Bio-PET |
|
Fossil-based & Biodegradable |
Derived from petroleum but designed to degrade |
PBAT, PCL |
|
Recycled Polymers |
Made from post-consumer or post-industrial waste |
rPET, rPP, rPE, rABS, rHIPS
|
| Plastic | Full Name | Characteristics | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|
|
PLA |
Biobased + Biodegradable |
From corn or sugarcane |
Packaging, disposable cutlery |
|
PHA |
Biobased + Biodegradable |
Bacteria-produced, marine-safe |
Films, containers, medical |
|
PBAT |
Fossil-based + Biodegradable |
Often blended with PLA |
Flexible packaging |
|
rPET |
Recycled PET |
From used bottles |
Textiles, containers |
If you’re working on a project or product and want help selecting the right sustainable material—or need suppliers or certifications—I can help with that too.
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