Biodegradable plastic is a type of plastic that is designed to decompose in the natural environment. It is made from renewable resources, such as cornstarch, potato starch, or tapioca, rather than petroleum. When biodegradable plastic is disposed of in a well-managed composting system, it can break down into the water, carbon dioxide, and biomass within a relatively short period of time.
In theory, biodegradable plastic could be a more environmentally-friendly alternative to traditional plastic, which can take hundreds of years to break down in the environment. However, the practical reality is more complex.
One issue is that not all biodegradable plastics are created equal. Some types of biodegradable plastic may break down more quickly than others, and some may not break down at all unless they are exposed to specific environmental conditions, such as heat and moisture. This means that it can be difficult to predict how long it will take biodegradable plastic to decompose in the real world.
Another issue is that biodegradable plastic is often not disposed of in a way that allows it to decompose. Many biodegradable plastics end up in landfills, where they are not exposed to the necessary conditions to break down. As a result, they can persist in the environment for a very long time.
Overall, while biodegradable plastic has the potential to be a more environmentally-friendly alternative to traditional plastic, it is important to use it responsibly and ensure that it is disposed of in a way that allows it to decompose.
According to the new market research report by IndustryARC titled “Biodegradable Plastics Market By Types (PLA, PBS, PHAs, PCL, PET and Others); By Feedstock; By End-User (Food & Beverages, Pharmaceuticals, Sports & Leisure, Consumer Goods and Others); By Geography (North America, Europe, APAC and Row) – Forecast Period (2018–2023),” the market will be driven by the growing consumer awareness about the advantages of biodegradable plastics over conventional plastics.
The emerging trend towards eco-friendly packaging to mitigate garbage disposal and landfill problems is expected to bolster the demand for biodegradable products.
• The presence of a high spending population in developed countries will spur the demand for biodegradable plastic.Strict reforms by governments that insist on reduction of conventional plastic bags will drive the growth of the biodegradable plastic market.
• The growing trend towards eco-friendly packaging will elevate the demand for biodegradable plastics over the forecast period.
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Biodegradable Plastic Market – By Geography (30+ countries) E. Biodegradable Plastic Market Entropy F. Company Profiles1.
