Edible, biodegradable, anti-microbial plastic boasts higher tensile strength than petroleum-based plastic
Designed for use as food packaging, the material is made from gelatin, clay and a nanoemulsion of black pepper essential oil. .
11-Mar-2022 -
Disposal of food packaging is a major cause of environmental pollution worldwide. More than 350 million metric tons of plastic are produced every year, and 85% of the garbage dumped in the oceans is plastic, according to estimates. Brazil is the fourth-largest producer, accounting for some 11 ...
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