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A new class of biodegradable plastics based on poly(amic) acid has been invented at Binghamton University that opens up novel, smart, and green applications
About
Poly(amic) acid (PAA), homolyticlinkers, and small-molecular-weight biomolecules derived from nature. BioTercPAA has been demonstrated to retard spoilage in cheese, meats, fruits, and nuts for months. BioTercPAA properties and applications can contribute to a safer environment and a sustainable future.
Key Benefits
• BioTerc PAA packaging materials simultaneously possess anti-microbial activity (active packaging), conductivity and color changes in response to changes of contained food material (intelligent packing). • High biodegradability (less than 2 months) and non-toxic. • Strong mechanical properties (up to 3.2 GPa modulus elasticity). • High optical transparency (up to 90%) and vast color choice. • Changes color upon exposure to vapors released by degrading food samples. • Impermeable to water vapor and oil. • Non-toxic.
Applications
-Food packaging -Smart packaging -Antibacterial packaging -Monitoring food spoilage