Green polymer chemistry involves the development of environment-friendly polymers focus on biodegradable materials, edible food wrappings/packaging, bio-based renewable monomers, develop polymers with a lower impact on the environment and perform high durable products. A complete life cycle analysis is conducted by the suppliers from starting raw materials to the final disposal which is safe for the environment and health. Usually the starting material as monomers, derived from bio-based renewable resources such as plants and replicating polymers in nature. In the case of synthetic polymers, a decrease of solvent usage and an increase of recycling and reusing methods are enhanced. E.g. Usage of PET is controlled by ethylene glycol produced from the natural feedstock. PLA (Polylactic Acid) is a thermoplastic used in packaging and other applications and can be composted or hydrolyzed to a monomer for reuse.
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