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Materials researched for bioplastics

lab Chitin & chitosan 2023

Transparent

Developed a plasticised chitin bioplastic film described as transparent, grease-resistant and biodegradable.

Built / tested: bioplastic films

As reported in: Heredia-Guerrero, Benítez, Porras-Vázquez et al. (2023). Plasticized, greaseproof chitin bioplastics with high transparency and biodegradability. Food Hydrocolloids. doi:10.1016/j.foodhyd.2023.109072

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