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biodegradable or compostable? let's clarify

The term biodegradable refers to a material that, thanks to its chemical structure, is capable of undergoing a process...

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renewable resources (bio-based)? yes, but from waste, please

As already mentioned, bioplastics are plastics derived from renewable and/or biodegradable sources. But what exactly does the term renewable mean?

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what does “circular economy” mean?

The circular economy is a development paradigm that promotes the efficient use of resources, waste reduction and the regeneration of materials

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what is a biofiller?

Biofillers are filling materials of biological and sustainable origin, mainly obtained from agro-industrial by-products

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what's the difference between plastic and bioplastic?

Plastic is an indispensable material for human life due to its lightness, workability, versatility, strength and cost-effectiveness.

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