Polyolefin-Based Plastics from Biomass-Derived Monomers

Polyolefin-Based Plastics from Biomass-Derived Monomers [Pg.295]

Polyethylene and polypropylene, as generic classes of plastics, are by far the most dominant. Together they account for approximately 70% of the world plastics production of about 230 X 10 tons in 2010 (www.plasticeurope.org, accessed 22 June 2013). Their production volumes reflect their versatility as materials in multiple applications. [Pg.295]

While society s demand for these plastics continues to rise at a long-term rate of about 4% (www.plasticeurope.org, accessed 22 June 2013), awareness for alternatives to fossil resources derived plastics is growing. In addition, more emphasis is placed on sustainability of plastics [Pg.295]

Bio-Based Plastics Materials and Applications, First Edition. Edited by Stephan Kabasci. 2014 John Wiley Sons, Ltd. Published 2014 by John Wiley Sons, Ltd. [Pg.295]

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