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61,005 resultsShowing papers similar to Preparation and characterization of innovative poly(butylene adipate terephthalate)‐based biocomposites for agri‐food packaging application
ClearViscoelastic Characterization and Degradation Stability Investigation of Poly(butylene-adipate-co-terephthalate) – Calcium-Phosphate Glass Composites
Researchers created biodegradable plastic composites by combining a plant-based polymer (PBAT) with calcium-phosphate glass particles, finding that adding more glass made the material stiffer and harder to deform while also speeding up how fast it breaks down in compost — offering a tunable, more sustainable alternative to conventional single-use plastics.
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.
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.
Comparative Study of the Addition of TiO2 and TiO2/OMMT Clay on the Properties of PBAT for Biodegradable Food Packaging Applications
Researchers incorporated TiO₂ nanoparticles and TiO₂/OMMT clay into a biodegradable PBAT matrix to improve its properties for food packaging, finding that the nanofillers enhanced barrier and mechanical performance without significantly altering thermal stability or crystallinity.
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.
A Biodegradable Composite of Poly (3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) (PHBV) with Short Cellulose Fiber for Packaging
Researchers developed biodegradable composite materials by incorporating short cellulose fibers into PHBV biopolymer, addressing the polymer's narrow processing window and improving its suitability for sustainable packaging applications.
Enhancing Packaging Sustainability with Natural Fiber Reinforced Biocomposites: An outlook into the future
This review examines natural fiber-reinforced biocomposites — made from agricultural waste and plant fibers — as sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based packaging materials, discussing manufacturing techniques, recent advances, and remaining challenges for wider adoption across food and consumer goods packaging.
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.
Research on Properties of PBAT/CaCO3 Composite Films Modified with Titanate Coupling Agent
PBAT/CaCO3 composite films for biodegradable packaging were optimized using titanate coupling agent surface modification, finding that modified CaCO3 improved tensile properties, raised thermal decomposition temperature from 533.9 to 566.1 degrees C, and increased crystallinity.
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.
Innovative solutions and challenges to increase the use of Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) in food packaging and disposables
This review examined strategies to overcome the processing limitations of poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) for food packaging, covering blending, copolymerization, and nanotechnology approaches to address its brittleness and narrow processing window while preserving its biodegradability advantages.
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.
Polyhydroxybutyrate: a review of experimental and simulation studies of the effect of fillers on crystallinity and mechanical properties
This review covers experimental and simulation studies on how various fillers affect the crystallinity and mechanical properties of polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB), a biodegradable polymer candidate for replacing petroleum-based food packaging plastics. The authors synthesize findings on filler types, loading levels, and processing conditions that optimize the balance between biodegradability and structural performance.
Fabrication of Lignin/Pbat Biodegradable Plastics Films via Reactive Extrusion and Their Thermal, Mechanical and Water Absorption Properties
Researchers developed biodegradable films made from poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PBAT) and lignin as a sustainable alternative to conventional polyethylene packaging films. Replacing fossil-fuel-based plastic films with biodegradable alternatives could reduce the microplastic pollution that results from conventional plastic film degradation in the environment.
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.
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.
Innovative Packaging Solutions from Agri-food Wastes and By-products
This review examined biodegradable bio-packaging materials derived from agri-food wastes as alternatives to petrochemical plastics, covering their preparation, properties, and use in food industries. While bio-packaging reduces microplastic accumulation and carbon footprint, the authors noted ongoing challenges in mechanical performance and cost.
Mechanical Properties and Tensile Model of Hemp-Fiber-Reinforced Poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) Composite
Researchers prepared hemp-fiber-reinforced poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PBAT) biodegradable composites and found that silane coupling agent treatment of hemp fibers improved interfacial bonding, resulting in significantly better tensile strength, modulus, and thermal stability compared to untreated fiber composites while maintaining good biodegradability.
A Review of Nonbiodegradable and Biodegradable Composites for Food Packaging Application
This review compares nonbiodegradable and biodegradable composite materials for food packaging, examining mechanical properties, barrier performance, and end-of-life degradation behavior. The authors identify biodegradable composites as technically feasible alternatives to conventional plastic packaging but highlight cost and processing challenges that currently limit their widespread commercial adoption.
Biodegradable nanocomposite films containing combined ZnO and TiO₂ nanoparticles in PBAT: A strategy to mitigate microplastic persistence from food packaging
This study created new biodegradable food packaging films by combining a plant-based polyester (PBAT) with zinc oxide and titanium dioxide nanoparticles, finding that the combination accelerated the material's degradation while also improving its mechanical and safety properties. The goal was to develop packaging that breaks down faster in the environment, producing fewer persistent microplastics compared to conventional plastics. Results suggest certain nanoparticle concentrations produce materials that are both commercially viable for packaging and meaningfully less likely to accumulate in ecosystems.
In Situ Constructing Highly Aligned Ribbon-like PHBV Lamellae in PBAT: Towards Strong, Ductile and High-Barrier PBAT/PHBV Films
Despite its title referencing biodegradable plastic film materials (PBAT and PHBV), this paper studies the materials science of fabricating high-performance biodegradable packaging films — not microplastic pollution or health effects. It examines how combining two bio-based polymers with a compatibilizer improves mechanical strength and barrier properties and is not directly relevant to microplastic exposure or human health impacts.
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.
Sustainable Materials with Enhanced Mechanical Properties Based on Industrial Polyhydroxyalkanoates Reinforced with Organomodified Sepiolite and Montmorillonite
Researchers developed a biodegradable composite material by adding natural clay minerals to industrial biopolymer (PHA), improving its strength and durability compared to plain PHA. Biodegradable plastics like this could help reduce the generation of persistent microplastics from conventional petroleum-based packaging.
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.