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Evaluation of Eco-Friendly Hemp-Fiber-Reinforced Recycled HDPE Composites

Researchers developed hemp-fiber-reinforced recycled HDPE composites from postconsumer plastic waste, demonstrating that these sustainable biocomposites can serve as eco-friendly alternatives to conventional wood-plastic composite products.

2023 Journal of Composites Science 44 citations
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Bamboo powders effectively reinforcing the modulus of PBAT composites and its reinforce mechanism

Researchers found that surface-modified bamboo powders (treated with KH560 silane coupling agent) effectively reinforced the tensile and flexural modulus of polybutylene adipate/terephthalate (PBAT) composites, increasing tensile modulus by 225% and flexural modulus by 608% at 25 wt% loading, with the high specific surface area and micropore structure of bamboo powders identified as key to the enhancement mechanism.

2024
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Enhancing the Mechanical Properties of Inherently Brittle, Biobased and Biodegradable Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) Polymer by Cotton Fibre Reinforcement and Interfacial Grafting

This study developed biobased and biodegradable packaging films by modifying PLA and PBSA blends, achieving improved flexibility and toughness compared to brittle pure PLA, with the goal of replacing fossil-fuel-based packaging materials with compostable alternatives.

2025 Advanced Sustainable Systems 2 citations
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Surface Alterations on Agro-Waste Filler and their Effect on the Properties of Biodegradable Polybutylene adipate-co-terephthalate (PBAT)

Researchers developed biodegradable composites by melt blending polybutylene adipate-co-terephthalate (PBAT) with rice husk filler subjected to diverse surface modification treatments including alkaline treatment, to enhance mechanical properties while maintaining biodegradability above 90%. The study assessed how surface alterations on the agro-waste filler affected the resulting composite material properties.

2024 Research Square (Research Square) 1 citations
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Toughening Enhancement Mechanism and Performance Optimization of Castor-Oil-Based Polyurethane Cross-Linked Modified Polybutylene Adipate/Terephthalate Composites

This materials science study improved the mechanical properties of the biodegradable plastic PBAT by cross-linking it with castor oil-based polyurethane. The best formulation increased tensile strength by 86% and elongation at break by 70% compared to pure PBAT, enhancing its potential as a biodegradable alternative to conventional plastic films.

2023 Materials 1 citations
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Biodegradable composites based on well-characterized cellulose and poly (butyleneadipate-co-terephthalate)

Researchers developed biodegradable cellulose/PBAT composite films using a silane compatibilizer and one-step reactive extrusion, achieving improved thermal stability, barrier properties, and mechanical performance compared to unmodified blends, making them a promising sustainable alternative to conventional plastic packaging.

2023 BioResources 6 citations
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Experimental investigation on the physical, microstructural, and mechanical properties of hemp limecrete

Researchers tested hemp fiber mixed with lime (hempcrete) as a sustainable building material, finding that adding 2–4% hemp fiber optimized both strength and thermal insulation properties. The material offers a biodegradable, low-carbon alternative to conventional concrete for applications where environmental sustainability is prioritized.

2023 Scientific Reports 14 citations
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Preparation and characterization of innovative poly(butylene adipate terephthalate)‐based biocomposites for agri‐food packaging application

Researchers prepared and characterized composite materials combining biodegradable PBAT polymer with calcium-phosphate glass particles, finding that increasing filler content improved stiffness by up to 82% while maintaining biodegradable properties for agri-food packaging applications.

2022 Journal of Applied Polymer Science 28 citations
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Effect of silane modifiednano‐SiO2on the mechanical properties and compatibility ofPBAT/lignin composite films

This study developed biodegradable PBAT/lignin composite films reinforced with silane-modified silica nanoparticles, aiming to improve mechanical strength while maintaining UV-blocking properties useful for agricultural film applications. Developing high-performance biodegradable agricultural plastics is important for reducing the plastic mulch that is a major source of microplastic contamination in farmland soils.

2021 Journal of Applied Polymer Science 24 citations
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Characteristics of laser printed waste paper fibers filled polybutylene adipate terephthalate (PBAT) based composite films

Researchers incorporated laser-printed waste paper fibers into PBAT (a biodegradable thermoplastic) composite films, achieving cost reduction while improving mechanical properties, and exploring this as a higher-value use for laser-printed paper waste that otherwise contributes to microplastic pollution.

2025 Polymer Composites 4 citations
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El desarrollo de plástico biodegradable a partir del cáñamo por estímulo microbiano

Researchers developed a biodegradable plastic using hemp (Cannabis sativa) fiber in conjunction with microbial stimulation, exploiting the structural properties of the hemp stalk fiber as a biopolymer matrix. The study demonstrated the technical feasibility of producing plant-derived bioplastics as an alternative to petroleum-based polymers contributing to microplastic pollution.

2024 Revista Tecnología en Marcha
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Biobased Polymer Composites: A Review

This review surveyed the development of biobased polymer composites using natural fibers like hemp, flax, and sisal, highlighting their potential as sustainable alternatives to synthetic materials while discussing challenges in mechanical performance and processing.

2022 Journal of Composites Science 123 citations
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Methodology development: evaluation of structural, thermal, and mechanical properties of poly(lactic acid)/poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) blends for biodegradable mulch

Researchers developed a methodology for formulating and characterizing biodegradable PLA/PBAT mulch films as alternatives to conventional polyethylene mulch that contributes to microplastic pollution in agriculture. The proposed approach covers scalable formulation, processing, and comprehensive characterization aligned with regulatory guidelines and industry standards for biodegradable mulch performance.

2025 Polymer Bulletin
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Effect of Epoxidized Soybean Oil on Biodegradation and Mechanical Performances of Thermoplastic Starch/Poly(Butylene Adipate‐Co‐Terephthalate)

Adding epoxidized soybean oil as a compatibilizer to thermoplastic starch/PBAT blends significantly improved mechanical performance and biodegradability, with higher epoxidation degree correlating with reduced residual double bonds and increased crosslinking functionality.

2025 Journal of Applied Polymer Science 3 citations
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Enhanced Biodegradation Rate of Poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) Composites Using Reed Fiber

Researchers blended reed plant fibers with a biodegradable plastic called PBAT to create a composite material that breaks down faster in the environment. They tested the composite with four different enzymes and found that adding reed fiber significantly accelerated degradation rates. The study suggests that incorporating natural plant fibers into biodegradable plastics could help reduce the persistence of plastic waste.

2024 Polymers 26 citations
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Development and Characterization of Poly(butylene succinate‐co‐adipate)/Poly(3‐hydroxybutyrate‐co‐3‐hydroxyvalerate) with Cowpea Lignocellulosic Fibers as a Filler via Injection Molding and Extrusion Film‐Casting

Researchers developed and characterized biodegradable composite films from poly(butylene succinate-co-adipate) and polylactic acid, evaluating their mechanical properties, thermal stability, and compostability. The blended composites showed improved ductility compared to neat PLA and degraded fully under industrial composting conditions, supporting their use as sustainable packaging alternatives.

2024 Macromolecular Materials and Engineering 6 citations
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Cellulose acetate oleate-reinforced poly(butylene adipate- co -terephthalate) composite materials

Researchers developed biodegradable composite films by adding cellulose acetate oleate to poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate), finding that a 4 wt% addition improved tensile strength by 9.5%, stiffness by 25.7%, and degradation rate by 2.8-fold, with successful application in strawberry packaging.

2023 e-Polymers 9 citations
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Interfacial treatment-induced high-strength plant fiber/phenolic resin composite

Plant straw fibers were treated with silane coupling agents to improve their compatibility with phenolic resin, creating stronger composite materials. The interfacial treatment significantly enhanced mechanical properties and water resistance compared to untreated fiber composites. These findings support the use of agricultural waste fibers as sustainable reinforcement materials.

2022 Frontiers in Materials 5 citations
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Seawater-degradable, tough, and fully bio-derived nonwoven polyester fibres reinforced with mechanically defibrated cellulose nanofibres

Researchers developed a fully bio-derived bioplastic fiber combining PHBH polymer with cellulose nanofibers that degrades in seawater while maintaining good mechanical properties, offering a promising alternative to conventional synthetic fibers that shed persistent microplastics.

2022 Environmental Science Nano 6 citations
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Investigation of the use of hemp fibers in recycling spinning

This textile engineering study tested adding natural hemp fibers to recycled yarn spinning to reduce the use of polyester as a carrier fiber. Hemp addition increased yarn strength and hairiness while decreasing elongation, suggesting hemp is a viable partial substitute for synthetic fibers in recycled textile production.

2023 Acta Scientiarum. Technology/Acta scientiarum. Technology 1 citations
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Development of mulch films from biodegradable polymer and agro-industrial waste

Biodegradable mulch films were developed from poly(butylene-adipate-co-terephthalate) (PBAT) incorporating soybean and peanut hull agro-industrial wastes as alternative to conventional plastic mulches. The agro-waste additives improved film hydrophobicity but increased water absorption values, with mechanical and thermal properties characterized across different formulations.

2024 Polímeros 4 citations
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Degradation behavior and environmental impacts of a hemp-containing “eco-friendly” compostable plastic in natural environments

Researchers conducted a field experiment exposing hemp fiber-containing 'compostable plastic' to sandy clay soil and river water for up to 33 weeks to assess its degradation behavior in natural environments. Analyses using electron microscopy, thermogravimetry, XRD, and FTIR showed that the material did not fully degrade under natural conditions within the study period, raising questions about its environmental claims.

2025 Waste Management
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Mechanical properties of fibre/ filler based poly(Lactic Acid) (Pla) composites : A brief review

This review examines the mechanical properties of polylactic acid (PLA)-based composites reinforced with natural fibers and fillers, presenting PLA as a biodegradable alternative to conventional plastics in applications ranging from agriculture to biomedical devices. Improving the strength and durability of bio-based plastics is essential for replacing petroleum-based materials that generate persistent microplastic pollution.

2021 Acta Innovations 12 citations
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Nano/Micro Hybrid Bamboo Fibrous Preforms for Robust Biodegradable Fiber Reinforced Plastics

Researchers created strong, eco-friendly composite materials by combining nano- and micro-scale fibers from bamboo, producing a biodegradable plastic alternative with improved mechanical properties. This work contributes to developing sustainable materials that could replace conventional petroleum-based plastics and reduce microplastic generation.

2021 Polymers 21 citations