Biobased Polymers: Properties and Applications in Packaging

Biobased Polymers: Properties and Applications in Packaging looks at how biopolymers may be used in packaging as a potential green solution. The book addresses bio-based feedstocks, production processes, packaging types, recent trends in packaging, the environmental impact of bio-based polymers, and legislative demands for food contact packaging materials. Chapters explore opportunities for biopolymers in key end-use sectors, the penetration of biopolymer based concepts in the packaging market, and barriers to widespread commercialization.

As the development of bio-based material is an important factor for sustainably growing the packaging industry, these recent trends in consumer markets are extremely important as we move towards greener packaging. Hence, this resource is an invaluable addition on the topic.

Offers a comprehensive introduction to the subject for researchers interested in bio-based products, green and sustainable chemistry, polymer chemistry and materials scienceCovers the market for bio-based materialsIncludes discussions on legislative demands for food contact packaging materialsDescribes interesting new technologies, including nanotechnology approaches

1. Introduction
2. Description of biobased polymers
3. Properties of biobased packaging material
4. Packaging types
5. Biobased polymers in packaging
6. Recent Trends in Packaging of Food Products
7. Environmental impact of biobased polymers
8. Legislation for food contact materials
9. Market for biobased packaging material
10. Emerging sources of biopolymers
11. Emerging technology - Nanotechnology
12. Future prospects