Toward a Circular Bioeconomy: Exploring Pineapple Stem Starch Film as a Plastic Substitute in Single Use Applications
In this study, biodegradable starch film was developed from pineapple stem waste as a substitute for non-biodegradable petroleum-based films for single-use applications where strength is not too demanding. High amylose starch from a pineapple stem was used as the matrix. Glycerol and citric acid wer...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-04-01
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Series: | Membranes |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0375/13/5/458 |