Open-Source Plasticizers Achieves Groundbreaking Innovation: World’s First EPPE Bio-Based Film Derived from Waste Cooking Oil Officially Launched
2026-01-26
Amid the accelerating global push toward “dual carbon” (carbon peak and carbon neutrality) goals, Open-Source Plasticizers has successfully developed ..
Japan Aims to Increase Domestic Use of Bio-Based Plastics to Approximately 2 Million Metric Tons Annually by 2030
2026-01-26
In its "Plastic Resource Circulation Strategy" (2019), the Japanese government explicitly set a target to achieve a domestic supply of approximately 2 million metric tons of bio-based plastics by 2030, aiming to reduce carbon emissions by substituting fossil-fuel-derived plastics.
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2026-01
Open-Source Plasticizers Officially Launches New Antimicrobial EVA/PEVA/PE Film Materials, Leading a Safety Upgrade in the Functional Film Industry
Amid the ongoing rise in global public health awareness and growing consumer demand for health protection, Open-Source Plasticizers has officially launched an innovative series of antimicrobial EVA/PEVA/PE film materials.
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The United States aims to replace 90% of petroleum-based plastics with bio-based materials within the next 20 years.
On March 22, 2023, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) released a report explicitly stating that the United States aims to replace 90% of petroleum-based plastics with bio-based alternatives within the next 20 years, outlining a comprehensive strategy encompassing technolo..
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Core Concept of Bio-Based Content
In standardized terminology, the "bio-based" degree of a material is quantified through its bio-based content
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Bio-Based vs. Petroleum-Based Materials
Petroleum-based materials: Extraction and processing release significant CO₂, with a carbon footprint of up to 3.5 kg CO₂e/kg.
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Bio-based VS Biodegradable
A material is deemed biodegradable if it can be fully broken down by microorganisms under specific environmental conditions into naturally occurring s..
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The "Family Members" of Bio-Based Films — Where Do They Come From?
Derived from widely available, low-cost sources like corn, potatoes, and cassava. However, pure starch films are brittle and prone to moisture absorption, often requiring chemical modification
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2026-01
How Does the Global Recycled Standard (GRS) Influence Purchase Decisions?
Education gap: Only ～30% of consumers fully understand what GRS signifies, underscoring the need for more transparent communication and awareness-buil..
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2026-01
How Global Policies Drive GRS Adoption
The EU has shifted from encouraging to legally mandating the use of recycled materials, directly boosting demand for GRS/MRS (Mass Balance System) certification to prove compliance.
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What Are the Key Differences Between Bio-Based and Petroleum-Based Materials?
Bio-based materials: During feedstock growth, CO₂ is absorbed via photosynthesis, reducing lifecycle carbon emissions by 60–80%.
