UvA and AUAS/HvA: 100% bioplastic that is soluble in water

19 March 2014

Chemistry researchers at the UvA, discovered a 100% bioplastic by chance during trials to develop biofuel. This new kind of bioplastic consists of glycerol and citric acid, and is therefore completely plant-based and biodegradable. Moreover, it is soluble in water. The AUAS/HvA is now researching various practical applications for the bioplastic, so that it can be used in consumer products.
The exact formula for the 100% bioplastic will remain secret, as the UvA has patents on it. The AUAS/HvA is working on the application of bioplastic through its CleanTech research programme, which focuses on sustainable technologies (News Item UvA, 24 February 2014).
Click here for the news item.
Click here for more information about the CleanTech programme (in Dutch).

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