Five ways to improve bioplastics packaging with Capa™
The basic demand on packaging is to protect the product, but there are several other aspects that need to be considered when selecting the most suitable bioplastics. When adding Capa™ to your bioplastic formulation you can control end-of-life and improve mechanical properties. Capa™ is used as a performance enhancer in bioplastic bags, films and rigid packaging, where it offers several benefits.
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Combining stability and biodegradability
Enabling biodegradable packaging to remain stable and durable during use.
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Flexible in cold environments
Adding superior properties, especially in low-temperature packaging, avoiding cracking and breakage.
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Food-friendly
Safe to use in food packaging applications, offering grease and moisture resistant properties.
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Compatible biopolymer enhancer
Offering compatibility with several biopolymers, being easy to add and process, as well as enhancing the mechanical properties of the final packaging.
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Fast biodegradation and certified compostable
Capa™ for Bioplastics is stable throughout its useful life and at its end-of-life it is fully compostable in only 40 days, under the right conditions.