PLASTICS Recognizes Bioplastics Week, Releases Innovative Uses of Bioplastics in Diverse Industries

Washington D.C.— The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) has released Innovative Uses of Bioplastics in Diverse Industries as part of the recognition of its ninth-annual Bioplastics Week. The piece, authored by John Henigin, Technical Service and Applications Development Engineer at Mitsubishi Chemical, examines how different industries are using bioplastics. 

John Henigin writes, “As we strive for a more sustainable future, bioplastics is emerging as a promising option. Made from renewable resources like corn starch, sugarcane, and algae, bioplastics are stepping into the spotlight as eco-friendly materials. Here’s how they’re making their mark in the packaging, agriculture, automotive, and healthcare sectors.”

Click here to read the full text on the PLASTICS blog page.

 The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) is the only organization that supports the entire plastics supply chain, including Equipment Suppliers, Material Suppliers, Processors, and Recyclers, representing over one million workers in our $519 billion U.S. industry. PLASTICS advances the priorities of our members who are dedicated to investing in technologies that improve capabilities and advances in recycling and sustainability and providing essential products that allow for the protection and safety of our lives. Since 1937, PLASTICS has been working to make its members, and the eighth largest U.S. manufacturing industry, more globally competitive while supporting circularity through educational initiatives, industry-leading insights and events, convening opportunities and policy advocacy, including the largest plastics trade show in the Americas, NPE: The Plastics Show.