Consumer Trends

A Packaging Converter’s Guide to Processing Bio-PBAT Resin

Bio‑PBAT resin is no longer a lab‑scale alternative or a future material.  It is running on thousands of film lines and moulding machines today, mostly on the same equipment that processes LDPE or PP. This

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The Agri-Waste Revolution: How India is Solving the Plastic Crisis

Here is a startling fact: each year, India produces more than 9.3 million tons of plastic waste. It makes India responsible for generating about 20% of the entire global plastic waste.  Here is another fact

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Why the World is Divided Over PLA

In the past few years, PLA (Polylactic Acid) has become the face of “eco-friendly plastics.”  It is everywhere now — in compostable cups, takeaway boxes, and even 3D printing materials.  It is marketed as biodegradable,

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Carbon Footprint of Various Types of Bioplastic & Conventional Polymer

There’s a lot of optimism around bioplastics today, and for good reason. Studies show that using bioplastics can cut greenhouse gas emissions by up to 25% compared to fossil-based plastics. It sounds like a simple

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A Compilation of Commonly Asked Questions related to Bioplastic, PBAT, PLA, PHA, PVA

Bioplastic is a broad term for a family of plastic materials. To be called a bioplastic, it has to meet one or both of the following criteria: Crucially, bio-based does not always mean biodegradable.  Here

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PCTE Group of Institutes organised “Craftique 2025”, A Conclave & Handicraft Exhibition on Preserving Crafts and Promoting Sustainable Fashion

PCTE Group of Institutes Hosts “Craftique 2025”, A Conclave & Handicraft Exhibition on Preserving Crafts and Promoting Sustainable Fashion The event was enriched by eminent guest speakers. Neeraj Dhir, Co-Founder of A-Star Clothing, shared his

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