The demand for degradable plastics in the U.S.
This situation began to change early in the decade 2000 when interest in the products friendly environment gained momentum, driven by the efforts of the major users such as Wal-Mart.
At the same time the availability of biodegradable plastics increased due to the expansion of major producers, the study said "Degradable Plastics" by The Freedonia Group, Inc.
is expected that these positive trends continue in so far as to 2014 is forecast an increase of 16.6% per annum in the demand for biodegradable plastics, a market worth an estimated U.S. $ 380 million.
opportunities reflect the continued growth of production capacity, efforts to reduce both pollution and dependence United States compared to petroleum products and the demand for packaging and manufactured goods that are sustainable and environmentally friendly.
polylactic acid (PLA) and starch-based plastics that now dominate the market will grow further.
The PLA will register the fastest growth, which can reach 20% per year until 2014 due to the wide availability of inventory, the greater familiarity of manufacturers and performance improvements that will expand its potential future applications.
positive prospects degradable plastics are driving the development of new products whose projections growth are encouraging to the extent that its performance will be enhanced and that their prices will be lower.
Will they end the imposed degradable plastics packaging industry?
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