TECHNOLOGY SUMMARY

Using a simple manufacturing method for plastics based on extrusion, the potential biodegradability of polyester plastics is improved to make readily compostable plastics. This technology employs a straightforward addition of readily available salicylic acid to polyesters to improve biodegradability.

AREA/MATURITY/AWARDS

Primary Application Area: Materials, Chemical

Technology Development Status: Prototype

Technology Readiness Level: TRL 3

SHOWCASE SUMMARY

Organization Type: Academic/Gov Lab

Website: https://twin-cities.umn.edu/

MARKET KEYWORDS

Market Keywords: Packaging, films, biomedical devices