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  • Materials Science
  • Sustainable Chemistry
  • Polymer Science

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  • Growing environmental concerns and consumer demand drive the search for sustainable alternatives to petrochemical-based packaging.
  • Bio-based materials offer a promising avenue to reduce environmental impact and reliance on fossil fuels in packaging and textiles.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To comprehensively review synthetic and non-synthetic bio-based materials for packaging and textile applications.
  • To summarize upscaling routes, industrial applications, sustainability assessments, and end-of-life management of these materials.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review synthesizing information on various bio-based polymers and their properties.
  • Analysis of modification techniques, biocomposites, and additives for property enhancement.
  • Evaluation of processing, sustainability, and recycling options for bio-based materials.

Main Results:

  • Identified key bio-based materials including polylactic acid, polyethylene furanoate, polybutylene succinate, polyhydroxyalkanoates, cellulose, starch, proteins, lipids, and waxes.
  • Detailed modification strategies (coating, surface modification, additives) to improve barrier properties and biodegradability.
  • Holistic overview of bio-based packaging, encompassing processing, sustainability, and recycling pathways.

Conclusions:

  • Bio-based materials present viable alternatives to conventional packaging, with diverse synthetic and non-synthetic options available.
  • Effective modification techniques and processing strategies are crucial for optimizing performance and biodegradability.
  • This review facilitates knowledge transfer, promoting the adoption of sustainable bio-based packaging solutions.