Preliminary evaluation of the properties and biodegradability of glycerol- and sorbitol-plasticized potato-based bioplastics
Jackelyn Ng, Peck Loo Kiew, Man Kee Lam, Wei Ming Yeoh, Mui Yen Ho
Topics & Concepts
PlasticizerBioplasticBiodegradationAbsorption of waterBiodegradable plasticMaterials scienceGlycerolUltimate tensile strengthStarchSwellingSorbitolChemical engineeringPolymerComposite materialChemistryWaste managementOrganic chemistryEngineeringMicroplastics and Plastic Pollutionbiodegradable polymer synthesis and propertiesNanocomposite Films for Food Packaging