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Critical Overview: Preparation of Bioplastics Using Different Reinforcement Fillers

  1. Ananya A. Chinchmalatpure Department of Environmental Science, Sevadal Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Sakkardara Square Nagpur, University of Nagpur
  2. S. L. Pal Department of Environmental Science, Sevadal Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Sakkardara Square Nagpur, University of Nagpur, Nagpur
  3. Prabha V. Barde Department of Environmental Science, Sevadal Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Sakkardara Square Nagpur, University of Nagpur

Abstract

The widespread use of synthetic plastics poses a significant threat to the environment due to their nonbiodegradable nature and reliance on nonrenewable petrochemical sources. Among these, single-use plastics are of particular concern as they are difficult to recycle efficiently. To mitigate this issue, bioplastics offer a promising alternative, as they are derived from renewable sources and are biodegradable. Bioplastics are produced using natural materials, such as plant, animal, and microbial sources. Various biomass resources have been explored for bioplastic production, including cellulose, the most abundant natural polymer, as well as starch extracted from sago, corn, and vegetable waste, including banana peels, potato peels, and orange peels. Additionally, the banana pseudostem has been studied as a potential raw material. Plasticizers, like glycerol, are commonly added to improve the flexibility and mechanical properties of bioplastics. Recent research has focused on studying and enhancing the strength and durability of bioplastic films by incorporating fillers. Bentonite, zinc oxide, saw dust, potato peel powder, calcium carbonate (CaCO3), okra fibers, sugarcane bagasse cellulose fibers, and banana pseudostem fibers, are among the materials used to reinforce bioplastic films. The development and optimization of bioplastics using renewable biomass sources and effective fillers can contribute to a sustainable and eco-friendly solution to plastic waste. The study reveals that zinc oxide, CaCO3, and banana pseudostem acts as promising fillers in increasing the tensile strength of biodegradable bioplastic.

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