Biobased and Biodegradable Resin - Has properties similar to epoxy resin

This new type of resin is made from biobased raw materials where a large percentage is renewable starch. It is biodegradable when exposed to naturally-occurring bacteria species. The resin is available as a low-viscosity system with a base and a curing agent, as a thermoplastic compound for injection moulding, and as a fibre for textile production and compression moulding of fibres.

Used for:

The resin can substitute for traditional oil-based resins in many industries, including the automotive, wind energy, aerospace, textile, and construction industries. The resin binds well to natural fibres such as wood, flax, hemp, cotton, and jute; it is therefore well suited for the production of biodegradable composite products. One potential application is for binding wood veneer and fibres in compression moulded plywood and fibreboard.

Details:

The resin is processable with known thermoplastic techniques and can be processed at temperatures below 200°C.

Idea:

Use it to create 100 percent biobased furniture.

The sample:

The sample is granules of the compound for injection moulding. You get a couple of grams in a small container as seen on the product picture.

All samples come with a laminated information card, which includes contact details for the supplier.