Agar-based bioplastic

Material categories:

Plant / Plant based

Naturals (others)

Identification number:

20-7812-002-a

Sample produced by:

CHIU Yuan Karen

Sample date:

9 Apr 2020 (Produced)

Sample condition:

No physical sample

Process-driven material

Agar gelatin is a seaweed derivative and the base for this biological polymer. 8g of agar strips, 120ml of water, 3 tsp of sugar, 3 tsp of vinegar, and varying amounts of glycerine (5, 10, 15, 20ml) are heated over low flame for eight minutes before being poured into 3 x 3 x 3 cm molds and placed under room temperature for curing.

State:

Solid

Ecological Attributes

Reclaimed Components: 0%

Recycling potential: Medium

Expected Lifespan: Below 1 year

Fabrication Process

Casting

Properties

Aerobic

Elastic

Form

Additive

Sensory Attributes

Touch: Soft

Tactile Warmth: Warm

Flexibility: Flexible

Resilience: Ductile

Odour: Moderate

Glossiness: Satin

Transparency: Translucent