Peanut shell bioplastic

Material categories:

Animal / Animal based

Plant / Plant based

Identification number:

22-7182-229-a

Sample produced by:

LEUNG Hoi Kiu Kathy

Sample date:

23 Feb 2022 (Produced)

Sample condition:

Damaged

Process-driven material

Peanut shell bioplastic is a mixture of ground peanut shells, gelatine, glycerin, vinegar and water. The mixture is poured into a mold and air-dried for 5 days. Flexibility and transparency are affected by different ingredient compositions.

State:

Solid

Production Attribute

Distance from source location: <= 100km

Production Energy: Low

Water Footprint for Production: Low

Collatoral Pollution:Low

CO₂ Footprint: Low

Ecological Attributes

Recycling Percentage: 100%

Reclaimed Components: 50% or more

Recycling potential: High

Expected Lifespan: Below 1 year

Degradation: Below 1 year

Fabrication Process

Casting

Properties

Aerobic

Form

Plate

Sensory Attributes

Touch: Soft

Tactile Warmth: Tempered

Flexibility: Flexible

Resilience: Resistant

Odour: Moderate

Glossiness: Glossy

Transparency: Translucent