Plastics have become an indispensable ingredient to modern life. But the environmentally degradable plastics are finding innumerable opportunities and application. Physical and chemical methods of pollution control were always in the forefront because they were easy to understand, easy to control and were reproducible. Biodegradation is the real mechanism of nature of balancing the material. A better option is to modify the materials, processes and products in such a way that one can rely upon the biodegradation in nature, recalcitrance and bioaccumulation problems are overcome. We are slowly changing our philosophy and are not merely targeting for clean-up or removal of pollutant but are aiming for prevention of pollution or facilitating biodegradation.

Bio plastics are biodegradable plastics, whose components are derived from renewable raw materials. These plastics can be made from abundant agricultural/animal resources like cellulose, starch, casein collagen, soy protein polyesters and triglycerides. Large scale use of these would help in preserving non-renewable resources like petroleum, natural gas and coal and contribute little to the problems of waste management. Biodegradable Plastics degrade over a period of time when exposed to sun and air. The demand for biodegradable Plastics is ever increasing. Biodegradable products are a great alternative to plastic and styrofoam products.  These products are toxic free, compostable, and easily affordable.  There are many eco-friendly products, which include PLA cold cups derived from corn bioresin, completely compostable hot cups, souffle cups, plates, utensils, bowls, and take-out containers that are made from discarded sugarcane fiber etc in the market. These biodegradable products can replace plastic and Styrofoam consumption and help in minimizing the impact on environment byreducing environmental waste and promoting sustainability while providing the highest quality biodegradable products available.

The main properties of the biodegradable plastics are: Low barriers of oxygen/water vapour transfer, best suited for short shelf life products, fully compostable in commercial composting facilities and above all will not biodegrade in landfill or other environments under ambient conditions but degrade at controlled conditions, temperature or organisms.

Manufacturing processes are rapidly changing and biodegradable products are fast replacing man-made, difficult to degrade products. Partially biodegradable shopping bags are already manufactured from thin matrix of conventional polythene filled in with starch.  Application areas identified in India for biodegradable plastics are agricultural mulch, surgical implants, industrial packaging, wrapping, milk sachets, foodservice, personal care, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, recreational etc.Over the past year packaging suppliers have been introducing various forms of biodegradable plastics made from a variety of plants, in the main corn, based on projections that consumers and recycling regulations will drive demand for environmentally-friendly packaging. Some companies are predicting that the market will grow by about 20 per cent a year.

In addition, a combination of pricing and retail uptake has led more and more processors to look at biodegradable products as an alternative to polyethylene terephthalate (PET). The biodegradable products include a variety of fiber-based trays, containers and clamshells for foodservice, retail-packaged meat and produce, frozen entrees and prepared foods. Approximately a dozen of inherently biodegradable plastics are now in the market, with range of properties suitable for various consumer products. Some examples are biodegradable films or other raw material (for biodegradable plastic articles). New market opportunities are emerging for the development of biodegradable and bio-based products as the next generation of sustainable, eco-friendly materials that meet ecological and economic requirements. The coming years will see a new revolution in the biodegradable products.

 

The global demand for biodegradable products is on an upward trend. This is due to increasing environmental concerns and legislation in favor of bioplastics. There is a growing need for eco-friendly plastic bags and biodegradable packaging for food products.

Biodegradable Plastic Manufacturing Process

All the raw materials for bioplastics are natural. The common ones are:

• Corn oil
• Peelings from oranges
• Various plant materials

Polylactic acid, or simply PLA biodegradable plastic, is one of the most important eco-friendly plastics. You can manufacture it from cornstarch, tapioca roots, chips, or cane sugar. During the manufacturing of regular plastic non-biodegradable products, manufacturers often add chemical fillers. They release these fillers on combustion or decomposition, polluting the environment.

Biodegradable products manufacturing process does not use chemical fillers. They remain safe even when the decay or burn.

The first step in the bioplastic manufacturing process involves mixing and heating materials to a molten state. Secondly, you pour the melted mixture into molds to shape it into desired eco-friendly plastic products.

Common products include biodegradable paper, eco-plastic bags, and eco-friendly produce bags.

Steps to prepare Project report on Biodegradable Carry Bags

Bioplastics are the raw materials for making biodegradable carry bags. There is a huge demand for these bags in the world market. People prefer these bags because they are an affordable biodegradable product packaging alternative.

Environmentally friendly plastic bags do not pose any danger to humans or the environment when they decompose. Unlike regular plastics, they do not release any harmful chemicals when they decompose. 

There are a few guiding questions if you are keen on writing a project report on biodegradable carry bags.

• What is the nature and type of carrying bags you will make? What will be their unique features?
• Is there a demand for these types of carry bags in the target market? What are the present and future drivers of this demand?
• Are you familiar with, and do you have the skills for biodegradable plastic manufacturing process?
• What are the materials and machinery needed to make your preferred type of carrying bags?

To answer some of these questions and write a good project report, you must first review the feasibility study report for project viability.

How to start a Biodegradable Plastic Manufacturing Company?

Here are some of the preliminary steps to starting a biodegradable plastic firm.

1. Market research

First, you need to survey the market potential for biodegradable plastics. You should ask questions like:

• Do I expect the demand for bioplastics to grow or decline shortly?
• Considering the required inputs and market prices for bioplastic products, will the ideas remain feasible in the future?
• What is the current and likely future government position? Is there a likelihood of it banning your product in the future?

2. Project report

After the market analysis, the next big step in making a project report. A project feasibility report tells you the level of investment for a biodegradable plastics company. It also tells you the available types and grades of polymers in the market and the ideal one for you.

3. Company registration

You cannot start a plastic manufacturing company before you clear all legal hurdles. Dealing with plastics will require that you first register your company. Next, the government will have to assess and certify that the biodegradable plastic manufacturing process is safe.

In some countries, you will have to produce a prototype and submit to a government agency for approval. Here, they might consider the product's quality, specifications, and environmental impact.

Lastly, you need to ensure compliance with ISO standards and tax requirements.

4. Land and buildings

Manufacturing bioplastics be it biodegradable cleaning products or carry bags, requires a store for materials and products. You need land for setting up the factory and constructing stores. You may also need room to fix some equipment such as melting and molding machines.

Pre-feasibility report for Biodegradable Products

Do you intend to start a business in biodegradable products?  in that case, that you have already identified several possible ideas. The question now is, how do you tell which of these ideas is the most practical?

What you need is a pre-feasibility report. This report helps decide whether to proceed, do technical feasibility reports, and market feasibility reports.

What is a pre-feasibility study?

This preliminary study helps you decide between several biodegradable product ideas. It helps critiques each bioplastic produce idea. You will consider technical skills, knowledge, and financial requirements for each idea.

How important is a pre-feasibility report?

The pre-feasibility report is critical in the biodegradable products industry for the following reasons:

• Biodegradable plastic products are quite diverse. Not all can be feasible in your target market. It is also cheaper if you specialize in a specific product.
• It is expensive to do a feasibility study report in bioplastics due to the diversity of the industry. You need to look at the feasibility report example to understand the importance of a pre-feasibility study.

 

 

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