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This section provides an overview for biodegradable film as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 10 biodegradable film manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked biodegradable film companies as of December, 2024: 1.Plascon Group, 2.Hubei HYF Packaging Co., Ltd., 3.Magical Film Enterprise Co., Ltd.
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A biodegradable film is a type of plastic that is ultimately decomposed to the molecular level by the action of microorganisms, resulting in water and carbon dioxide.
In general, plastics are synthetic polymers derived from petroleum, which are difficult to decompose in the natural world.
Therefore, conventional plastics that are buried in the soil or dumped into the ocean remain for a long time without returning to nature. This is becoming a serious environmental problem.
Biodegradable film, on the other hand, is decomposed by microorganisms that exist in the natural world. It is attracting attention as a plastic that can be recycled as a resource.
Biodegradable films are mainly used for agricultural and civil engineering materials, food waste collection bags, and food container packaging. Some examples are shown below:
Biodegradable film is used in agricultural mulch sheets. Agricultural mulch sheets are used to cover field beds and are effective in regulating soil temperature, retaining moisture, and controlling weeds and diseases. The use of biodegradable film in agricultural mulch sheets can greatly reduce the labor required to collect and dispose of used mulch sheets.
Biodegradable film is also attracting attention as an alternative to food waste collection bags. If biodegradable film is used as food waste collection bags and processed directly in composting and methane gas fermentation facilities, food waste can be recycled without waste.
Marking tape is mainly used to mark trees in mountain forests. Commonly known as "red tape," it is used for hazard avoidance, course signage, landmarking, and patrol purposes. The use of biodegradable film eliminates the need to remove it and does not affect the trees.
Vegetable broadcast film is used to protect the quality of vegetables. This form of packaging is essential for the sale and transportation of vegetables and consumes a lot of plastic. By incorporating biodegradable film as an alternative to existing plastics, you can conduct your business in an environmentally friendly and ecological manner.
The raw materials for biodegradable film can be broadly classified into petroleum-derived biodegradable plastics and plant-derived biodegradable plastics. Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) is the most common petroleum-derived material, while polylactic acid (PLA) is the most common plant-derived material.
Although biodegradable film is considered to have a low environmental impact, it is not necessary to replace all plastic products with biodegradable film. The priority of replacement is considered based on whether biodegradability is necessary for plastic products that have an environmental impact.
The criteria used to determine this are whether the product is durable or non-durable and whether there is sufficient recovery of the product. High priority is given to non-durable materials that have not been recovered to a great extent.
Typical examples are fishing lines and fish nets, which account for about 41% of litter by weight. If these materials are made biodegradable, even if they are released into the environment, they will be decomposed by microorganisms in the ocean, enabling resource recycling.
In general, plastics are classified into thermoplastics and thermosetting plastics.
However, biodegradable plastics include only thermoplastics.
This is because the film must decompose at a faster rate. Chemical structures that can be biodegradable include aliphatic polyesters and aliphatic polyamides, all of which are thermoplastics.
Plastics that are biodegradable include the following types:
PLA is a plant-derived plastic called polylactic acid and is classified as a bioplastic. It is mainly composed of starch from corn, sugar beets, potatoes, etc., and is biodegradable.
Cellulose acetate is made from wood-derived fibers and cotton. It is produced by esterification of the extracted cellulose with acetic acid. It is valued as a biomass resource because it is ultimately decomposed into water and carbon dioxide.
*Including some distributors, etc.
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Plascon, founded in 2000 and headquartered in Traverse City, Michigan, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in food-grade flexible packaging solutions. The company’s product line includes biodegradable films, blown films, Cook Chill bags and accessories, and Saftea tea urn liners. Its packaging solutions include customized options with tailored sizing and color to match different customer requirements. These products cater to food-related businesses such as restaurants and food processors as well as agricultural and pharmaceutical sectors. With offices in the U.S. and the U.K., the company provides packaging solutions to customers locally and internationally.
HUBEI HYF PACKAGING Co. Ltd founded in 2005 in Wuhan, China is a manufacturer and seller of shrink films and other packaging materials and since 2011, it became a manufacturer of PETG films. PETG shrink film is a type of eco-friendly plastic packaging material with a shrinkage rate of +70%. It is used in both uniaxial and biaxial stretching, offering high transparency, gloss, purity, and low haze. Other products include 15-micron PVC polyolefin shrink film, that is moisture-resistant and used for packaging pet products. It also offers highly adaptable stretch film rolls for wrapping non-alcoholic beverage bottles.
Shanghai Yifu Packaging Products Co., founded in 2007 and based in Shanghai, is a Manufacturer and supplier of various plastic packaging products and biodegradable materials. The company has a traditional high barrier plastic packaging and paper packaging department, as well as a PLA biodegradable material and a PVA water-soluble packaging materials department. At present their main businesses include high barrier plastic packaging and fully biodegradable bags/films. All the products meet the international and domestic food packaging standards and have obtained the Chinese Food Production License and certifications.
Cankey Technology Co., Ltd was founded in 2018 in China as a manufacturer of packaging machinery. Its machines include Automatic Nutrition, Auger Filler Curry, 12 Miltiline Sugar Stick, and more. It offers various types of machines for cellophane wrapping, shrink film wrapping, flow wrapping, multi-lane packaging, multi-head weighing, and more. Its vertical packaging machines have different functions and are designed for specific purposes like packing tissues, tea, coffee, and more. Packaging is an essential process in food production as it helps extend the shelf life of products.
Magical Film Enterprise Co., Ltd., founded in 2001 and located in Zaociao Township, Taiwan, is a manufacturer and designer of lamination film and packaging material. The company's products include PET mixed polymers, film, anti-epidemic solution, transformable plastic wire, and spun-bond hydrophobic non-woven, utilized in personal protective and medical industries. The products can also be applied to food containers and makeup bottles or combined with PMMA, PS, PP, and ABS materials. The ISO 140001 company also offers HEPA grade with water electret that ensures permeability and efficiency.
Pragya flexifilm, founded in India in 1987 is a manufacturer and distributor of transparent and aluminum foils. Its products include PVC stretch film, PE cling film, aluminum foil, BOPP tape, and more. The biodegradable cling film is made from renewable materials, serving as an eco-friendly alternative to other packaging materials, reducing plastic waste. It also offers a new product, Silage Bale Wrap Film, for agricultural use. All products are available for household, food, agriculture, and various other industries.
PACKSHOP, founded in 1997 in India, is a distributor and manufacturer of packaging equipment. Its primary packaging products include corrugated cardboard boxes dispenser tapes, postal and polyether packaging. Expanded foam packaging is custom-designed to snugly fit around products, while bubble wrap provides lightweight and excellent protection.Plastic pallets offer advantages like seamless global export delivery, resistance to breakage, dust, and mold, moisture insensitivity, and easy cleaning. The company provides packaging services for various industries, including food, pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, military supplies, and more.
SOLOS POLYMERS PVT. LTD., founded in 2020 in Gujarat, India, is a manufacturer and distributor of materials for flexible and cost-effective packaging solutions. Its flexible packaging products include vacuum bags, nitrogen flush bags, transparent bags, and oil films, among others. Packaging laminates are available in sizes ranging from 1g to 10kg and are manufactured using LLDPE + PET in one, two, or three layers. It comes in various sizes and shapes, with options for vacuum sealing or zip-lock closure. Its products find applications in the food, pharmaceutical, and textile industries.
Chintec Plastic Film Technology Co. Ltd was established in 2008 and is headquartered in Fujian Province, China, it operates as a supplier and distributor of several types of films, boasting a total of five production lines devoted to the manufacturing of BOPP, PLA, and POF films. Chintec's management staff is annually appointed, has a deep understanding of technology, and prioritizes product quality. Since its founding, Chintec has devoted itself to creating functional, environmentally friendly packaging plastic films. This obligation is maintained by imposing stringent controls on all production processes using digital, standardized, and intelligent management systems.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plascon Group |
21.5%
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| 2 | Hubei HYF Packaging Co., Ltd. |
13.6%
|
| 3 | Magical Film Enterprise Co., Ltd |
10.9%
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| 4 | Advanced Poly-Packaging, Inc. |
9.7%
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| 5 | Pragya flexifilm |
9.7%
|
| 6 | Chintec Plastic film Technology co.ltd |
8.0%
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| 7 | Shanghai Yifu Packaging Products Co., Ltd |
7.4%
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| 8 | SOLOS POLYMERS PVT. LTD. |
7.1%
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| 9 | Packshop |
6.2%
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| 10 | Cankey Technology Co., Ltd |
5.9%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the biodegradable film page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
China
|
4 | 44.4% |
|
India
|
3 | 33.3% |
|
United States of America
|
1 | 11.1% |
|
Taiwan
|
1 | 11.1% |
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