Biobased polymer and compound property benchmark assessment
The benefits
In short- Characterisation of all conventional technical datasheet parameters
- In-depth information on recyclability and biodegradability
- Optimal benchmark via extensive polymer library
- Support of WUR experts on market feasibility and applicability
This assessment helps to define which markets to target with your new biobased polymer or compound, We quantify the processing, functional and end-of-life properties of existing and newly developed thermoplastic polymers and compounds. This results in a thorough and reliable benchmarks of your products against a wide range of commercially available plastic materials.
Newly developed biobased polymers and compounds have their own unique set of properties. This leads to challenges in competing with and (ultimately) replacing fossil based plastics. Technical datasheets typically allow for comparison between different materials, but are often incomplete or include datapoints measured via different methods and or standards. To overcome these inconsistencies, the assessment offered by WUR benchmarks your newly developed material to the most conventional polymers in the most representative way possible. Properties that can be quantified and benchmarked include (but are not limited to):
- mechanical (tensile and impact),
- thermal (MFI and melt strength)
- and barrier (oxygen and water vapour) properties.
A full overview can be found in the open access publication below.
Upon request, we also perform biodegradability and technical recyclability assessments.. Finally, the technical assessment report will be completed with an advice from WUR experts on optimal target markets for your product.
Get in touch
More information about the Biobased Polymer and Compound Property Benchmark Assessment? Please contact our senior researcher Herman de Beukelaer.
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Read the scientific publication with benchmark data:
