Bio-Based Disposable Containers for Food Services

• Published in: Advances in polymer technology Vol. 2024; pp. 1 - 20
• Main Authors: Barretto, Roselle, Qi, Guangyan, Jones, Christopher, Li, Yonghui, Sun, Xiuzhi Susan, Wang, Donghai
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Hindawi 13.02.2024; John Wiley & Sons, Inc; Wiley
• Subjects: Adhesives and sealants industry; Ecosystems; Food container industry; Food services; Mechanical properties; Raw materials

Currently, petrochemical plastics dominate the food service industry due to their good mechanical properties and barrier against heat, water vapor, carbon dioxide, and oxygen. This widespread use is not only harmful to humans but also to the ecosystem as synthetic plastics disrupt ecological balance...