Avantium completed commissioning of its FDCA plant and is preparing for first production, according to the report.
“Avantium Completes FDCA Plant Commissioning, Eyes First Production” (title)
The study compatibilizes and toughens a renewable PLA/PA11 blend using a biobased amino-functionalized nanosilica/epoxy elastomer hybrid.
doi:10.1021/acs.iecr.6c03874
Avantium announced start-up of its flagship plant and production of a first batch of FDCA.
“start-up of its Flagship Plant, with the first batch of FDCA produced” (title)
Avantium produced its first FDCA batch at a commercial-scale plant in Delfzijl, the report says.
“Avantium produces first FDCA batch at world’s first commercial-scale plant in Delfzijl” (title)
A bio-based polyamide compound (PA1010) with halogen-free flame retardants and glass-fibre reinforcement is developed for aircraft cabin components made by robot-assisted additive manufacturing.
“The final PA1010-based compound meets all defined requirements and achieves a tensile strength of 102 MPa” (abstract)
doi:10.1007/s10965-026-05104-0
Non-isocyanate polyurethanes are prepared from bio-based isosorbide, with the title reporting enhanced thermal, mechanical and adhesive properties.
doi:10.1016/j.cej.2026.178499
PLA/PBAT-based blend films were engineered with PDLA and talc to control crystalline architecture for sustainable packaging.
“Engineering crystalline architecture in PLA/PBAT-based blend films through PDLA and talc” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2026.153379
Pseudomonas aeruginosa strain 78B was used with volatile fatty acids and papermill effluent black liquor to raise 3-hydroxyvalerate content in PHBV.
“Enhancing 3-hydroxyvalerate concentration in poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) by Pseudomonas aeruginosa strain 78B” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2026.153504
Title describes reprocessable and degradable bio-based polyhydroxyurethane vitrimers based on a Musk T diamide dicyclocarbonate and a vanillin-glycerol epoxy adduct.
“bio-based polyhydroxyurethane vitrimers from a Musk T diamide dicyclocarbonate and a vanillin-glycerol epoxy adduct” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.susmat.2026.e02234
Triblock polyesters with hard and soft segments were made by living ring-opening polymerization of biobased delta-valerolactones and depolymerized back to monomers for closed-loop recycling.
“chemically recyclable polyesters with varied mechanical properties from elastomers to thermoplastics” (abstract)
doi:10.1021/acs.macromol.6c00833
A partially bio-based benzoxazine monomer was synthesised from renewable equol, furfurylamine and paraformaldehyde, and the resulting thermoset was evaluated for thermal stability and flammability.
“This work provides a facile route to a novel partially bio‐based benzoxazine from renewable building blocks” (abstract)
doi:10.1002/pola.70326
A lightly cross-linked poly(vinyl cyclohexene carbonate) network from CO2-based polycarbonate is reported as a biodegradable superabsorbent, with swelling and biodegradation data presented.
“Here, we demonstrate CO2-based polycarbonates derived from functional epoxides as a programmable platform for high-performance biodegradable SAPs.” (abstract)
doi:10.1021/acs.macromol.6c01535
Cardanol-based benzoxazine thermosets were synthesised with bio-based isophoronediamine and furfurylamine amines; the furfurylamine monomer showed lower polymerisation temperature and higher UV protection.
“The bio-based benzoxazine thermosetting resins were synthesized using cardanol as a natural phenol” (abstract)
doi:10.5281/zenodo.22269491
Bacillus megaterium produced P(3HB) in fed-batch from rice parboiling wastewater and confectionery effluent, with ultrasound-assisted solvent recovery and full characterisation.
“agro-industrial residues can be successfully valorized as low-cost substrates for P(3HB) production” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.biombioe.2026.110049
Avantium says its furandicarboxylic acid plant has cleared a major hurdle and is moving toward first production.
“Avantium clears major hurdle as furandicarboxylic acid plant moves toward first production” (title)
Avantium reports completing commissioning of the purification unit at its FDCA flagship plant.
“Avantium Completes Commissioning of Purification Unit at FDCA Flagship Plant” (title)
Enzymatic ring-opening polymerization of cyclic alkylene furanoate oligomers gives high-molecular-weight biobased furan polyesters and random copolyesters with ω-pentadecalactone.
“yielding high-molecular-weight semicrystalline poly(alkylene furanoate)s with excellent thermal stability” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2026.115075
Stereoselective ring-opening polymerization of the biobased bicyclic lactone ODO yields isotactic and syndiotactic semicrystalline polyesters whose tacticity tunes ductility, strength, modulus and gas barrier.
“stereoselective ring-opening polymerization of the biobased bicyclic lactone” (abstract)
doi:10.26434/chemrxiv.15008674/v1
Study examines how methyl ester end-group concentration affects solid-state polycondensation rate and intrinsic viscosity of PEF prepolymers.
“the effect of Cm on the SSP rate of PEF was investigated.” (abstract)
doi:10.3390/macromol6030075
Avantium and Klöckner Pentaplast announced a PEF capacity reservation agreement aimed at next-generation food packaging.
“PEF capacity reservation agreement” (title)
PHA was produced from simulated Martian regolith nutrients, electrochemically fixed acetate and water using evolved Cupriavidus necator, giving over three-fold higher titre.
“produced more than three-fold higher PHA titer under simulated Mars conditions compared to its parent strain” (abstract)
doi:10.64898/2026.09.14.748363
Two fluorinated N,O-acetal covalent adaptable networks were made from HMF and diamines; the difurfurylamine-based network was reprocessable, chemically recyclable and hydrolytically stable.
“N,O–DFDA was prepared from difurfurylamine (DFDA), a bio–based diamine” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2026.115098
Long-chain branching in PLLA is studied for crystallization and mechanical properties of 3D-printed single strands, with increased ductility and toughness reported.
doi:10.21203/rs.3.rs-10949752/v1
Suberin monomers from birch bark combined with cutin-type monomers gave cross-linked semi-crystalline copolyester films by melt polycondensation, with barrier properties reported comparable to PLA and PCL.
“we extracted suberin monomers from birch bark and combined them with two building-blocks monomers found in cutin” (abstract)
doi:10.26434/chemrxiv.15009249/v1
A single-unit L-lactide line, described as China's largest, has started production using tower internals supplied by SuTong.
“Starts Production with Key Tower Internals from SuTong” (title)
Avantium produced its first batch of FDCA at its Delfzijl plant, according to the report.
“Avantium produces first batch of FDCA at Delfzijl plant” (title)
Avantium produced its first FDCA at Delfzijl, with sales expected at the end of 2026, per the report.
“sales expected end of 2026” (title)
Avantium has produced the first FDCA batch at a commercial-scale plant, according to the report.
“Avantium Produces First FDCA Batch at Commercial-Scale Plant” (title)
Avantium's first commercial furandicarboxylic acid plant has produced its first batch of products.
“Avantium's first commercial furandicarboxylic acid plant globally has produced its first batch of products” (title)
Balrampur Sugar is building what the report calls India's first sugar-based PLA plant in Lakhimpur Kheri.
“Balrampur Sugar builds India’s first sugar-based PLA plant in Lakhimpur Kheri” (title)
Melt-blended PHA/PBAT/starch/bacterial cellulose films without compatibilizers were characterized; biofillers raised stiffness and thermal stability while accelerating composting degradation.
“the quaternary formulation retained 28.7% of its initial elongation after thermal aging at 100 °C” (abstract)
doi:10.1039/d6ra03720h
Feeding butyrate rather than acetate to municipal waste activated sludge raised PHA accumulation from 0.48 to 0.61 gPHA/gVSS and doubled volumetric productivity.
“boosting progressively the accumulation outcomes from 0.48 gPHA/gVSS for acetate to 0.61 gPHA/gVSS for butyrate feeding” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.biortech.2026.135753
A lignin-derived polyurethane vitrimer is reported as mechanically robust, environment resistant and reprocessable through a multi-dynamic crosslinking strategy.
“Mechanically robust, environment resistant, and reprocessable lignin-derived polyurethane vitrimer” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.cej.2026.178664
The title reports a water-based synthesis of CO2-derived β-hydroxy urethanes intended for tough isocyanate-free epoxy materials.
doi:10.1016/j.cej.2026.182596
Study compares structure-property relationships of bio-based polybenzoxazines derived from lignin and flavonoids.
doi:10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2026.114960
PLA/poly(butylene succinate) blends modified with natural fillers were investigated as toughened and heat-resistant composites for additive manufacturing.
“The use of poly(lactic acid)/poly(butylene succinate) blends modified with natural fillers” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.ijlmm.2026.01.004
Bamboo flour/PHBV biocomposites were treated by delignification combined with a PHBV-based coupling agent to improve interfacial adhesion.
“Interfacial enhancement of bamboo flour/poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) biocomposites” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.indcrop.2026.124155
Describes lignin-derived epoxy covalent adaptable networks with dynamic silyl ether exchange for recyclable glass adhesion and photothermal repair.
“Lignin-derived epoxy covalent adaptable networks with dynamic silyl ether exchange” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2026.112228
Uses bio-based rigid cyclic ethers in CO2-based polycarbonates to address the trade-off between thermal properties and degradability.
doi:10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2026.112259
A CO2-derived dynamic covalent network was made by copolymerising trimethylene carbonate with a thiol-Michael adduct and crosslinking it via Diels-Alder chemistry.
“we propose a design strategy that combines a CO 2 -derived dynamic covalent network (DCN) with efficient physical recyclability” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.supmat.2026.100143
Dinuclear nickel complexes catalyzed alternating CO2/cyclohexene oxide copolymerization with TOFs above 2000 per hour and TONs over 9000, and enabled terpolymerization with functional alicyclic epoxides.
“achieving turnover frequencies (TOFs) exceeding 2000 h-1 and turnover numbers (TONs) over 9000” (abstract)
doi:10.1021/acs.inorgchem.6c02993
Reactive extrusion produced PET/PEF copolymers with 10 and 30 wt% PEF; zinc acetate accelerated transesterification and oriented 30% PETF films showed improved oxygen barrier.
“PETF copolymers containing 10 and 30 wt % poly(ethylene furanoate) (PEF) were produced via reactive extrusion” (abstract)
doi:10.1021/acsapm.6c01061
PLA films blended with Mater-Bi at several ratios were characterized; increasing Mater-Bi enhanced flexibility and elongation but reduced tensile strength, puncture resistance and transparency.
“increasing Mater-Bi content enhanced film flexibility and elongation but reduced tensile strength and puncture resistance” (abstract)
doi:10.36306/konjes.1771866
PLA/PBSA films with thermoplastic starch and lignin were assessed for biodegradation, ecotoxicity, mechanical and thermal properties as potential mulch films; lignin and TPS lowered strength and thermal stability.
doi:10.1016/j.nxmate.2026.103326
Biobased block polyesters were made by ring-opening copolymerisation of fatty-acid and terpenoid epoxides with phthalic anhydride, and proposed as biocompatible additives to replace harmful additives in tire rubber.
“Ring-Opening Copolymerization Synthesis of Tailored Biobased Block Polyesters” (title)
doi:10.1021/acssuschemeng.6c08419
Bio-based polyurethanes prepared by lignin oligomer-initiated ring-opening polymerization of cyclic esters.
doi:10.1016/j.mseb.2026.119774
Nutrient feeding strategies in Pseudomonas putida KT2442 fed-batch cultures raised biomass and regulated molecular weight of medium-chain-length PHO.
“Continuous feeding of carbon and nitrogen sources in a fed-batch bioreactor increased biomass concentration to approximately 20 g/L” (abstract)
doi:10.3390/pr14172852
Chimeric PHA synthase variants reveal a two-tier architecture governing monomer incorporation and granule morphology, which the authors link to bioplastic production.
“A two-tier architecture governs monomer incorporation and granule morphology in polyhydroxyalkanoate synthases” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.ceja.2026.101457
PLA was reactively modified with two functional polysiloxanes of different architectures to form crosslinked micro-networks, with the study reporting markedly improved mechanical performance.
“thermally activated reactive modification of PLA with two functional polysiloxanes of varying molecular architectures” (abstract)
doi:10.26434/chemrxiv.15004728/v2
Netherlands-based Avantium partners with Sojitz Pla-Net to push PEF in Japan.
“Avantium partners Sojitz Pla-Net for Japan PEF push” (title)
Review assesses producing PHA bioplastics from wastewater sludge, covering metabolic engineering of mixed cultures, scalability, downstream processing and life-cycle emissions.
“produce polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) bioplastics using wastewater sludge (WWS) as a primary feedstock” (abstract)
doi:10.1002/eom2.70098
Study assesses the kenaf fibre-PLA biocomposite supply chain in China, reporting automotive-standard mechanical properties and cost competitiveness above 50,000 units per annum.
“Scale-up cost analysis indicates price competitiveness with glass fiber/polypropylene panels at > 50,000 units per annum” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.indcrop.2026.124256
UC Davis and Mango Materials announced a partnership to advance affordable bioplastics produced from methane.
“Mango Materials Partner to Advance Affordable Bioplastics from Methane” (title)
Avantium and kp films signed a capacity reservation deal for the plant-based polymer PEF, per the report.
“Avantium and kp films sign capacity reservation deal for plant-based polymer” (title)
A demand-driven dual carbon delivery strategy using CO2 pulsing and sodium bicarbonate priming reached 76.1% apparent carbon recovery in PHB production by Cupriavidus necator H16.
“the system achieved a reactor-level apparent carbon recovery efficiency of 76.1%” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.jcou.2026.103575
A newly isolated wild-type Cupriavidus sp. ZWJ01 produced 5.07 g/L PHB from ethanol and, by co-feeding, PHBV and P34HB copolymers.
“this unengineered strain produced 5.07 g/L poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) (PHB) with a conversion yield of 0.51 g/g ethanol” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.micres.2026.128731
Avantium partnered with kp films to advance PEF packaging, according to the report.
“Avantium partners with kp films to advance PEF pack” (title)
Carboxylated oleic acid diacids were dynamically vulcanized with HDI to toughen PLA; the NCOA-derived blend reached a notched impact strength of 131.0 kJ/m2.
“NCOA yielded a PLA blend with a remarkably higher impact toughness (131.0 kJ/m2)” (abstract)
doi:10.3390/polym18182297
FDCA, neopentyl glycol and glutaric acid were melt-polycondensed into random furanoate copolyesters whose behaviour shifts from rigid thermoplastics to flexible plastics with up to 917% elongation.
“the maximum elongation at break reaching 917% (PNGF20)” (abstract)
doi:10.1002/pola.70342
Title describes transparent poly(lactic acid) composites with balanced stiffness and toughness obtained by in situ crosslinking of a segmented copolymer.
doi:10.1007/s10118-026-3769-4
Reactive PHB oligomers bearing amine, hydroxyl and aromatic end groups were produced by reacting high-molecular-weight PHB with various amines under catalyst- and solvent-free conditions.
“producing reactive PHB oligomers directly from high molecular weight PHB under mild, catalyst- and solvent-free conditions” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.polymer.2026.130848
The study reports the first biochemical characterisation of PHA synthase (PhaC) from the thermophilic bacterium Caldimonas thermodepolymerans DSM15344, including optimal pH, temperature and predicted structure.
“This study represents the first biochemical characterisation of PHA synthase from C. thermodepolymerans” (abstract)
doi:10.64898/2026.09.18.752759
Balrampur Chini receives a ₹75 crore BioE3 grant for a PLA R&D facility.
“Balrampur Chini gets ₹75 crore BioE3 grant for PLA R&D facility” (title)
The Centre approves a ₹75 crore grant for Balrampur Chini to set up a bioplastic R&D unit.
“Centre approves ₹75 cr grant for Balrampur Chini to set up bioplastic R&D unit” (title)
Balrampur Chini receives a Rs 75 crore central government grant to set up a bioplastic R&D plant in Uttar Pradesh.
“Balrampur Chini gets Rs 75 cr grant from Centre to set up bioplastic R&D plant in UP” (title)
Stereocomplexed PLA aerogels were made by thermoreversible gelation and sequential crystallization, giving hierarchically porous monoliths used for continuous oil–water separation.
“yields hierarchically macro-/meso-porous aerogels” (abstract)
doi:10.1002/adma.75136
Study reports toughening of poly(lactic acid) blends with a telechelic copolymer, using microstructural comparison and molecular simulation.
“Mechanical Toughening of Telechelic Copolymer to Poly(lactic acid) Blends” (title)
doi:10.1007/s10118-026-3808-1
Study reports that steric confinement, beyond lattice matching, enables enhanced nucleation of poly(L-lactide) on nanotalc.
“Steric Confinement Enables Enhanced Nucleation of Poly(L-lactide) on Nanotalc” (title)
doi:10.1007/s10118-026-3840-1
A nine-parameter Monod-based kinetic model incorporating pH inhibition and alkaline polymer degradation is proposed for PHA production by Cupriavidus necator on dark fermentation effluents.
“Thus, a novel kinetic model is proposed, based on the Monod equation” (abstract)
doi:10.1007/s10532-026-10377-9
A solvent-free mechanochemical method with sodium methoxide converted PEF, PBF, PLA and PET into transesterification and amidation products, and converted PEF into furanate plasticizers.
“PEF was converted into bio-based plasticizers, including diethylhexyl furanate (DEHF) and diisoamyl furanoate (DIAF) in excellent yields” (abstract)
doi:10.1002/cssc.70975
The title describes a bio-based approach to flame-retardant rigid polyurethane foams combining strength and thermal insulation.
doi:10.1016/j.compositesb.2026.113878
Study reports lignin-derived elastomers with UV shielding, photothermal conversion and power generation properties.
doi:10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2026.114971
Paper reports a lignin-based waterborne polyurethane developed as a wood adhesive with enhanced strength and anti-aging properties.
doi:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2026.153447
The study reports load rate sensitivity and printability metrics of bio-derived PHA processed by material extrusion additive manufacturing.
doi:10.1016/j.ijlmm.2026.01.005
Reports a CO2-fixing route converting a sustainable source into a non-isocyanate polyurethane, with claimed fire safety, strength, ductility and adhesion.
“CO2-fixing transforms sustainable source to non-isocyanate polyurethane” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2026.112219
Monoimidazole-modified cobaltoporphyrins catalyse CO2/propylene oxide copolymerisation, with structure-driven dual selectivity and mechanistic insights reported.
“CO2/propylene oxide copolymerization catalyzed by monoimidazole-modified cobaltoporphyrins” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.polymer.2026.130483
Review covers thermocatalytic oxidation of HMF to FDCA, the monomer for PEF and PTF polyesters, including catalysts, mechanisms and progress toward industrial implementation.
“a key monomer for production of next-generation polyesters such as poly(ethylene furanoate) (PEF)” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.recm.2026.100233
PLA/PA1010 biocomposites were 3D-printed at two speeds and raster angles; fast printing and 0° raster gave higher impact strength via in-situ PA1010 microfibrillation.
“biocomposites printed unidirectionally at a raster angle of 0° showed considerably higher impact strength” (abstract)
doi:10.5658/wood.2026.54.5.619
Plastics News reports that ReBioCycle demonstrated closed-loop chemical recycling of PLA from mixed plastic waste.
“ReBioCycle demonstrates PLA closed-loop chemical recycling from mixed plastic waste” (title)
Marine aerobic anoxygenic phototroph Roseibium alexandrii MAR44 accumulated PHA up to about 50% of cell dry weight, with illumination roughly doubling glucose-induced accumulation.
“intracellular polymer contents of up to approximately 50% of cell dry weight” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.jbiotec.2026.08.012
Adding non-crystallizable oligomeric lactic acid to equimolar PLLA/PDLA accelerates crystallization and shifts static crystallization from homocrystal to stereocomplex dominance, while reducing modulus and strength.
“Blending with a flexible second component promotes stereocomplexation” (abstract)
doi:10.1002/pola.70336
Polylactide microparticles stabilized with alkylated chitosan were optimized for surface-selective laser sintering into 3D structures.
“polylactide microparticles stabilized with alkylated chitosan were prepared via an oil‐in‐water emulsion solvent evaporation method” (abstract)
doi:10.1002/pat.70741
Klöckner Pentaplast reportedly intends to use PEF to produce its thermoformed packaging trays.
“Klockner Pentaplast veut utiliser du PEF pour produire ses barquettes thermoformées” (title)
A report states that the plant-based polymer PEF is intended to extend shelf life in rigid food packaging.
“Pflanzliches Polymer PEF soll Haltbarkeit in starren Lebensmittelverpackungen verlängern” (title)
Report describes Bioworks technology it says overcomes PLA weaknesses, with products lasting 7 to 10 years before decomposing.
“Lasts 7 to 10 Years and Decomposes in the End!” (title)
A review proposes a Chassis Maturity Framework to compare non-model PHA-producing microorganisms by biological, engineering, process, economic, environmental and scalability criteria, and discusses CRISPR and AI/ML engineering.
“this review proposes a Chassis Maturity Framework (CMF) that systematically evaluates non-model PHA-producing microorganisms” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.procbio.2026.09.013
Study couples organic acid-based hemicellulose fractionation with xylose conversion to poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) by fermentation with Priestia megaterium.
doi:10.1007/s13399-026-07280-x
The report says Avantium shares rose 7.5% after first FDCA production at its Delfzijl plant.
“Avantium stock surges 7.5% following first FDCA production” (title)
PLLA-functionalized cellulose nanocrystals were studied for how graft development affects dispersibility, transparency and mechanical reinforcement in PLA nanocomposites.
CJ Biomaterials says its new PHACT all-PHA compound for home compostable cutlery has received BPI and TÜV AUSTRIA certifications.
“New PHACT™ All-PHA Compound Designed for Home Compostable Cutlery” (title)
Mixed-carbon co-feeding of formate, acetate and propionate is reported to enable tunable polyhydroxyalkanoate biosynthesis.
doi:10.1016/j.biteb.2026.102969
The title reports that filler-free, small-molecule-induced hydrogen-bond reconstruction enhances piezoelectric performance in polyamide 11.
doi:10.1016/j.cej.2026.179159
Researchers synthesised cellulose acetate-graft-poly(propylene carbonate) by grafting alkyne-terminated CO2-based PPC onto cellulose acetate via CuAAC; graft copolymers showed higher thermal decomposition temperature than PPC.
“The resulting graft copolymers exhibit higher thermal decomposition temperature compared with PPC.” (abstract)
doi:10.5109/7442748
Biodegradable PLLA-PEG-PLLA and PDLA-PEG-PDLA triblock copolymers and their stereocomplexes were synthesized and their shear viscosity in brine measured for drag-reduction use.
“we synthesized a series of biodegradable copolymers, PLLA-PEG-PLLA and PDLA-PEG-PDLA, and prepared their stereocomplexes” (abstract)
doi:10.1021/polymscitech.6c00055
N-acetylcysteine and tetracycline inhibition strategies controlled sludge bulking in mixed-culture PHA production and, per the authors, cut environmental loads by 30%–45%.
“NAC and TC strategies cut environmental loads by 30%–45%” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.biombioe.2026.110088
A biodegradable thermoplastic polyurethane made with an amino acid-based diisocyanate, polycaprolactone diol and PEG was processed into porous scaffolds for pelvic floor tissue.
“A biodegradable thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) was synthesized using an amino acid-based diisocyanate” (abstract)
doi:10.1002/mame.70353
A two-stage nitrogen starvation strategy is applied to the microalga Chlorella miniata to enhance poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) production.
doi:10.1016/j.bcab.2026.104257
Rice and potato byproducts are converted into nanostructured additives and starch matrices for thermoplastic starch bioplastics.
doi:10.1016/j.biortech.2026.134758
The title describes plasticization and crosslinking, using a deep eutectic solvent and epoxidized soybean oil, to make lignocellulosic bioplastics from Ginkgo biloba leaves.
“high-performance lignocellulosic bioplastics from Ginkgo Biloba leaves” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.cej.2026.179236
Study investigates cardanol curing for interfacial stabilization in a partially bio-derived epoxy clear coating.
“Cardanol-curing-enabled interfacial stabilization” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2026.147606
Tetranuclear sodium Salan complexes catalyse ring-opening polymerization of L-lactide and tert-butyl glycidyl ether to give a poly(L-lactide) block copolymer.
“Highly active tetranuclear sodium Salan complexes for the ring-opening polymerization of L-lactide” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2026.114978
Paper examines how furan molecular architecture in bio-based DOPO-derived epoxy thermosets influences pyrolysis behaviour and flame retardancy.
doi:10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2026.115019
Blends of PHBV, PBAT and plasticized duckweed biomass were prepared and their properties examined as a function of duckweed species and loading.
“PHBV/PBAT/plasticized duckweed biomass blends” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.fbp.2026.06.022
Composite films of poly(butylene succinate-co-butylene terephthalate) and poly(L-lactic acid) reinforced with coal gangue filler were prepared and their properties characterised.
“poly (butylene succinate-co-butylene terephthalate)/poly (L-lactic acid) composite films reinforced with coal gangue” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2026.153503
The study prepares PBAT/PLA-based films incorporating a biodegradable epoxy-based terpolymer and acetylated lignin, targeting balanced strength-toughness and high UV shielding.
“Strength-toughness balanced, high UV-shielding PBAT/PLA-based films” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2026.153522
Paper tunes mesoporous Au-CoOx/m-CeO2 catalysts for aerobic oxidation of 5-hydroxymethylfurfural to 2,5-furandicarboxylic acid.
doi:10.1016/j.jcis.2026.140402
Castor oil-based hyperbranched epoxy resins are examined for simultaneous reinforcing and toughening of DGEBA thermosets.
doi:10.1016/j.polymer.2026.130471
The paper reports nucleation-driven self-reinforcement of poly(lactic acid) through stereocomplexation and characterises mechanical and rheological properties.
doi:10.1016/j.polymer.2026.130501
Phthalonitrile resins bearing benzoxazine moieties were synthesised from bio-based monophenols, with curing behaviour and properties reported.
doi:10.1016/j.polymer.2026.130511
The paper reports poly(lactic acid) fibres whose strength, toughness and heat resistance are enhanced by coupling long-chain branching with heterogeneous nucleation.
doi:10.1016/j.polymer.2026.130536
Study combines LCA, life cycle costing and physicochemical characterization to screen nine PHA recovery routes from used cooking oil biomass, finding NaOH and H2O2 digestion most promising.
“Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) produced from used cooking oil (UCO) are promising alternatives” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.seppur.2026.139866
A review covers PHB production by halophilic bacteria, including metabolic pathways, waste-derived feedstocks, green extraction and remaining commercialisation barriers.
“This review provides a comprehensive overview of recent improvements in PHB production by halophilic bacteria” (abstract)
doi:10.1186/s40643-026-01119-z
Title reports development of a hemp/PLA-based sustainable headliner for automotive interiors; no abstract was provided.
doi:10.56042/ijftr.v51i3.20383
Review proposes design rules for polyhydroxyurethane tougheners and interfacial modifiers in PLA/PHA blends, noting that direct evidence for ternary PLA/PHA/PHU systems remains scarce.
“direct evidence for ternary PLA/PHA/PHU systems remains scarce” (abstract)
doi:10.20944/preprints202609.0150.v1
Perspective argues fractionated and functionalised kraft lignin could compete with lignosulfonates as dispersants, noting heterogeneity, process complexity, scalability and cost challenges.
“kraft lignin (KL) is produced at multimillion-tonne levels annually and is now being acknowledged as a renewable aromatic polymer” (abstract)
doi:10.1021/acspolymersau.6c00111
Dataset on ring-expansion polymerization of L-lactide with substituted catalysts, where bulkier substituents favour cyclic polylactides and extended-ring crystallites.
“the influence of different catalysts on the ring-expansion polymerization (REP) of L-lactide” (abstract)
doi:10.5281/zenodo.22299174
A fully bio-derived composite platform for direct ink writing uses dynamic lipoic acid networks with renewable fillers and can be thermally recycled back into printable ink; an LCA is reported.
“our lipoate matrix enables printed objects to be thermally recycled directly back into their original printable ink” (abstract)
doi:10.26434/chemrxiv.15008380/v1
Study uses a molecular docking-guided metabolic redirection approach to design media for polyhydroxyalkanoate production in Bacillus cereus MTCC25697.
doi:10.1007/s13399-026-07264-x
The ReBioCycle project reports demonstrating closed-loop recycling of PLA bioplastics recovered from mixed plastic waste.
“Closed-Loop Recycling of PLA Bioplastics from Mixed Plastic Waste” (title)
Life-cycle and cost assessment compares five used cooking oil valorisation routes, including two PHA-based bioplastic process configurations.
“polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)-based bioplastics (two process configurations)” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.wasman.2026.115847
PLA nanocomposites reinforced with cellulose nanocrystals plus carbon nanotubes and reduced graphene oxide showed changed crystallinity, barrier, surface and enzymatic degradation properties.
“novel bio-nanocomposites based on poly(lactic acid) (PLA) that are reinforced in a combined way with cellulose nanocrystals (CNC)” (abstract)
doi:10.1039/d6ra05823j
Core–shell electrospinning of PHBV core and PHBH shell fibers followed by annealing produced self-reinforced PHB copolymer mats with higher toughness than neat PHBV mats.
“a self-reinforcement strategy based on PHB copolymers” (abstract)
doi:10.1021/acsapm.6c02704
A dynamic-ligand organoaluminium catalyst enables controlled ring-opening polymerization of lactide and lactones in air, reaching a turnover frequency of 8400 h-1 for bulk L-lactide.
“a high turnover frequency (TOF) of 8400 h-1 for the bulk ROP of l-lactide conducted at 180 °C in air” (abstract)
doi:10.26434/chemrxiv.15009113/v1
Aliphatic–aromatic PBAT copolyesters with varied terephthalic-to-adipic acid ratios were pilot melt-blown into biodegradable nonwovens, with the 7:3 grade giving uniform 22.31 μm fibres.
“PBAT 7:3 achieved the optimal viscoelastic balance, yielding uniform fibers (22.31 μm)” (abstract)
doi:10.1002/pen.70874
A review covers PHA production by Streptomyces, including metabolic pathways, omics insights and bioprocess optimization, and notes barriers to industrial scale.
“Streptomyces species have gained attention as promising yet underexplored candidates for PHA production” (abstract)
doi:10.1186/s44316-026-00063-4
Study investigates how calcium phosphates affect the structure and properties of poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-4-hydroxybutyrate).
doi:10.1134/s207511332670098x
Study evaluates tribological performance of FFF-printed PLA and PLA-wood parts, considering infill architecture, heat treatment and subsequent water absorption.
“reducing volumetric wear loss from 17.97 to 14.32 mm3 (approximately 20%)” (abstract)
doi:10.3390/polym18192324
Priestia megaterium GASCKPHA2 was identified and culture conditions optimised for PHA production from low-cost renewable substrates, with banana peel extract supporting high production.
“Among all substrates, banana peel extract was found to support high PHA production.” (abstract)
doi:10.1007/s12223-026-01590-3
PHBV/bamboo/silica-nanoparticle biocomposites were melt compounded; 2 wt% nanosilica gave the highest tensile strength (21.28 MPa), lowest water absorption and improved flame retardancy.
“The SNP 2% composite exhibited the highest tensile strength (21.28 MPa)” (abstract)
doi:10.1002/pc.71654
PHBH and PBAT were extruded into filaments and 3D printed; PHBH stayed stiff but brittle, while PBAT retained thermal stability and flexibility.
“PHBH retains high stiffness and strength but remains brittle” (abstract)
doi:10.1007/s40436-026-00622-y
Blending PHBHHx with cellulose acetate butyrate slowed quiescent crystallization but enhanced flow-induced crystallization, which the authors link to broader processing windows.
“flow-induced crystallization of PHBHHx was enhanced” (abstract)
doi:10.1007/s00396-026-05732-4
The paper compares cerium, iron and cobalt Salen complexes as catalysts in the melt ring-opening polymerization of rac-lactide.
“Metal-center effects of Ce-, Fe-, and Co-Salen complexes” (title)
doi:10.1007/s11696-026-05550-6
PLLA-PEO-PLLA and PDLA-PEO-PDLA triblock copolymers, including stereocomplex PLA, were dry-blended into PEO/LiTFSI solid polymer electrolytes and tested in lithium metal cells.
“introducing PLA and, particularly, stereocomplex PLA in the UV-cured SPEs, led to improved electrochemical stability” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.est.2026.124743
The report says startup Furanova is building a bio-plastics production site in Burgkirchen linked to green hydrogen.
“Grüner Wasserstoff und Bio-Plastik: Startup Furanova baut in Burgkirchen” (title)
Study reports formaldehyde-free lignin-phenol glyoxal adhesives made from coconut-shell Kraft lignin for plywood bonding.
doi:10.1016/j.biombioe.2026.109273
Extruded thermoplastic starch is plasticized with xylitol-glycerol low transition temperature mixtures, with synergistic effects reported versus conventional polyol systems.
doi:10.1016/j.carpta.2026.101198
Acidogenic fermentation converts poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) bioplastics to short-chain fatty acids, testing inoculum-to-substrate ratio, PHB pre-treatment and operating temperature.
“Conversion of Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) (PHB) bioplastics to short-chain fatty acids by acidogenic fermentation” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.enzmictec.2026.110931
A flexible polyester macroinitiator is used to toughen PLGA while retaining its strength, according to the title.
doi:10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2026.114988
Review discusses performance optimization strategies and future perspectives for CO2-based non-isocyanate polyurethanes.
doi:10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2026.115004
The work describes wholly bio-based hyperbranched waterborne polyurethane coatings reinforced with surface-engineered cellulose nanofibers for wood protection.
“Wholly bio-based hyperbranched waterborne polyurethane coatings reinforced with surface-engineered cellulose nanofibers” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.indcrop.2026.124121
Study examines micropore formation during hydrolytic degradation of PLA/IA and PLA/PIA blends, focusing on leaching, water absorption and hydrolysis.
“Micropore formation during hydrolytic degradation of PLA/IA and PLA/PIA blends” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.mtcomm.2026.115993
The study compares enzymatic degradation of poly(diethylene furanoate)-based block copolymers containing polylactide or polycaprolactone blocks.
doi:10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2026.112260
Engineered Pseudomonas putida KT2440 co-utilized five plastic-derived monomers and produced 0.70 g l -1 (R)-3-hydroxybutyrate directly from enzymatic hydrolysates of blended PET, PBAT and thermoplastic PU.
“0.70 g l -1 R-3HB was produced directly from enzymatic hydrolysates of blended PET, PBAT, and thermoplastic PU” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.tibtech.2026.08.017
Cellulose–chitosan films using durian rind cellulose were prepared and characterized; all films fully disintegrated within 10 days in soil burial and were tested for sponge cake packaging.
“All films fully disintegrated within 10 days under soil burial conditions” (abstract)
doi:10.1111/jfpe.70773
Review of FDM-printed natural fiber-reinforced PLA composites covering mechanical and tribological properties, life cycle assessment, printability and interfacial adhesion challenges.
“FDM printing of natural fiber-reinforced PLA composites (NFRPCs) has emerged” (abstract)
doi:10.3390/polym18172156
Review of furfural-derived furan-maleimide Diels-Alder adducts used as preformed monomers for reprocessable polyurethane covalent adaptable networks, plus remaining challenges.
“functionalized furan-maleimide Diels-Alder adducts, derived from furfural, as preformed monomers” (abstract)
doi:10.1002/cssc.71022
Gellan gum, glycerol and microfibrillated cellulose films with pomegranate peel extract were optimised and tested for food packaging, including dry foods.
“films based on gellan gum (GG), glycerol (Gly), and micro-fibrillated cellulose (C) were produced through a solvent casting approach” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.carpta.2026.101223
PLA and 10 wt% short-carbon-fibre-reinforced PLA auxetic metamaterials were 3D-printed; fibre addition raised tensile modulus and plateau stress but promoted stress localisation at hinges.
“Adding 10 wt% short carbon fibers increased the tensile modulus from 2.33 to 3.72 GPa” (abstract)
doi:10.3390/polym18172173
Review examines kombucha-derived bacterial cellulose production, purification and modification for food packaging, noting moisture sensitivity and limited migration and pilot-scale data.
“Purified KBC provides a continuous nanofibrillar network and can exhibit good mechanical and oxygen-barrier properties under dry conditions” (abstract)
doi:10.3390/molecules31173131
An AIE fluorescent probe was used to visualise crystallisation and phase separation in immiscible PLA/PBAT blends, showing probe enrichment at the interface.
“Fluorescence microscopy confirms TPE preferentially accumulates in the PLA phase and enriches at the PLA/PBAT interface” (abstract)
doi:10.1002/app.71502
Review of chemo-catalytic routes producing lactic acid from biomass sugars, glycerol and lignocellulosic feedstocks using alkaline, acid and photocatalytic systems.
“the chemo-catalytic conversion of renewable biomass-especially non-edible lignocellulosic feedstocks-has emerged as a promising alternative” (abstract)
doi:10.1007/s44509-026-00038-8
Raman spectroscopy is applied to star-shaped L-lactide and D,L-lactide oligomers to evaluate crystallinity as a function of arm number, length and enantiomeric composition.
doi:10.3390/polym18182310
Chinese report says Jindan Technology's shares rose over three days and the company stated it has not received polylactic acid orders.
“称未接收聚乳酸订单” (title)
Review covers carbon-efficient catalytic conversion of carbohydrates through HMF to furanic monomers including FDCA, and discusses PEF scale-up and circular furan-based materials.
“encompassing HMF electrooxidation, paired electrolysis, PEF scale-up, earth-abundant catalysis, furan-core editing, and circular materials” (abstract)
doi:10.54503/0321-1339-2026.126.2-7
A report describes using household recycling rejects as fillers to strengthen compostable PLLA composites.
“Household Recycling Rejects Strengthen Compostable PLLA Composites” (title)
Electrospun PHA/PCL and PHA/PBS fibers loaded with linezolid were examined for morphology, crystallization and strain-induced deformation micromechanics.
“Electrospun fibers of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), blended with PCL or PBS, were loaded with linezolid (LIN)” (abstract)
doi:10.1021/acs.biomac.6c01387
PLA biocomposites with wood flour and a starch-based compound, made without compatibilizers, showed wood flour acting as a nucleating agent and raising crystallinity from 49.50% to 73.15%.
“DSC revealed WF as a potent nucleating agent, increasing PLA crystallinity from 49.50 to 73.15%” (abstract)
doi:10.1038/s41598-026-73732-z
Nissei Plastic Industrial has developed and started selling LignoForm, described as a 100% plant-derived biodegradable bioplastic.
“【100％植物由来・生分解性バイオプラ】日精樹脂工業、「LignoForm（リグノフォーム）」開発・販売開始” (title)
The title reports chitosan-templated enzymatic oxidative polymerization of phenolic pigments on bio-based polyamide 5,10.
doi:10.1016/j.colsurfa.2026.140651
Cellulose-derived nanofillers were tested in a tapioca/glucomannan/PLA biocomposite; 2.5% nanocrystalline cellulose gave the best mechanical and barrier properties, the authors report.
“the TP/GM/PLA biothermoplastic composite with 2.5% NCC produced the best characteristics” (abstract)
doi:10.56042/ijftr.v51i3.24186
A biodegradable chewing gum base was formulated from plasticized PLA blended with Pistacia atlantica gum and optimised for texture and sensory properties.
“39.40% plasticized poly(lactic acid)/Saqqez gum blend, 30.59% xylitol, 20.00% glycerin, and 10.00% calcium carbonate” (abstract)
doi:10.1002/fsn3.72322
A review integrates lignin-based fluorescent polymers, describing aggregation-induced emission from phenylpropanoid clustering and proposed uses in scaffold tracing and bone regeneration.
“clustering of phenylpropanoid units transforms concentration quenching into a luminescent design advantage” (abstract)
doi:10.1002/mabi.70250
The title describes transparent ultraviolet-protective moisture barrier films derived from clay mineral/mica and lignin, described as a plant-based aromatic polymer.
“Transparent ultraviolet-protective moisture barrier films derived from clay mineral/mica and lignin” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.clay.2026.108276
Study prepares a pea protein-chitosan composite film using ultrasonic treatment and applies it to preserve perishable products.
doi:10.1016/j.foodchem.2026.150300
Study uses spectroscopy and kinetic analysis to compare citral release from thermoplastic starch–PBAT films.
doi:10.1016/j.foodres.2026.119511
Paper describes starch/PBAT food packaging built on rigidity-affinity driven multidentate hydrogen bonding of tannic acid.
doi:10.1016/j.fpsl.2026.101820
The paper reports a lignin-reinforced chitosan film conjugated with curcumin, described as photodynamically active antibacterial packaging for food.
doi:10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2026.153475
The study evaluates polyurethane coatings from polycaprolactone polyol and castor oil composite polyol for coated urea, covering nitrogen release, degradation and rubber tree yield.
“Polycaprolactone polyol/castor oil composite polyol-based polyurethane-coated urea” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.indcrop.2026.124237
The study uses a solvent-free epoxidized soybean oil-citric acid adhesive to engineer pores in bio-based cork composites, exploiting a reaction byproduct.
“Reaction-byproduct-enabled pore engineering in bio-based cork composites” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.indcrop.2026.124250
A cradle-to-grave life cycle assessment compares PBAT/PLA and PBAT/thermoplastic starch mulch films in California strawberry production across soil biodegradation, composting and anaerobic digestion scenarios.
“This study conducted a cradle-to-grave life cycle assessment of poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate)/poly(lactic acid) (PBAT/PLA; PPLA)” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.jenvman.2026.130888
Study finds the moulding route of PLA–pLEA films changes pullulan coating structure, antibacterial activity, UV barrier and migration in active packaging.
“Films produced by injection moulding (IM) and compression moulding (CM) were air-plasma-treated and dip-coated under identical conditions.” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.mtcomm.2026.116140
Paper reports pseudo-piezoelectric properties of solvent-free melt-electrospun poly(L-lactic acid) fiber mats.
doi:10.1016/j.mtcomm.2026.116244
Paper reports mussel-inspired copper-catechol coordination networks giving fire-retardant polylactide composites with electromagnetic shielding and antibacterial properties.
“Mussel-inspired copper-catechol coordination network enabled fire-retardant polylactide composites” (title)
doi:10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2026.112232
Prepares a core-shell star copolymer of lignin and PCL and incorporates it into flexible polyvinyl chloride plastic.
doi:10.1016/j.polymer.2026.130472
Residual lignin was used to prepare poly(butylene succinate) composites proposed for sustainable packaging.
doi:10.1016/j.scenv.2026.100331
Review covers extraction of chitin, protein and astaxanthin from shrimp processing waste and their use in biodegradable active food packaging films, noting scale-up barriers.
“shrimp-processing waste, including shells, heads, and tails, represents a particularly valuable biomass” (abstract)
doi:10.1111/1541-4337.70631
Gallium and indium pyridine-bis(phenolate) complexes were tested as ring-opening polymerisation initiators for ε-caprolactone, L-lactide and rac-lactide.
“All complexes were tested as initiators for ring-opening polymerization (ROP) of ε-caprolactone, L-lactide, and rac-lactide” (abstract)
doi:10.3390/inorganics14090231
Literature-based analysis assesses whether PHA could replace polystyrene in bread tags, covering mechanical properties, processing fit and cost, and proposes a hinged-closure design.
“This study examines whether polyhydroxyalkanoate can be an appropriate substitute for polystyrene in the production of bread tags” (abstract)
doi:10.65161/recqerxgiemoxxhfe
Record describes PHB-PBS filaments filled with chitosan-coated macadamia nutshell, reported for material extrusion 3D printing with antibacterial functionality.
“Polyhydroxybutyrate-Polybutylene Succinate/Chitosan-Coated Macadamia Nutshell Composite Filaments” (title)
doi:10.21203/rs.3.rs-10772273/v1
Review examines extraction, processing and packaging use of cellulose and cellulose nanomaterials from sugarcane bagasse, comparing them with PLA and seaweed films.
“bagasse-derived cellulosic films offer a biodegradable, compostable, and low-carbon solution” (abstract)
doi:10.1007/s44509-026-00033-z
Birefringence and retardation of injection-molded PET-based copolyesters, including a biomass-derived isosorbide copolymer, were measured and related to composition and molding conditions.
“including a biomass-derived PET copolymer” (abstract)
doi:10.1177/07316844261484671
Review covers bio-based self-healing polyurethane coatings using castor oil, nanocellulose, lignin, chitosan, tannic acid and vanillin for electronic skin layers.
“Bio-based self-healing polyurethane, leveraging tunable soft–hard segment structures” (abstract)
doi:10.3390/coatings16091042
Chitosan-Maillard reaction product composite film was prepared and applied to blueberry preservation.
doi:10.1007/s11694-026-04884-9
Chitosan crosslinked with blocked isocyanate served as a composite adhesive for cork agglomerated materials, with an LCA reporting lower environmental loads than commercial isocyanate adhesives.
“Chitosan (CS) as the raw material, Blocked Isocyanate (BI) as the efficient crosslinking agent” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.biortech.2026.135776
Nigella, rapeseed and evening primrose oil press residues were tested as lignocellulosic fillers replacing wood in modified thermoplastic starch composites.
“replacing wood particles with nigella, rapeseed, and evening primrose pomace residues in modified thermoplastic starch (MS)-based composites” (abstract)
doi:10.3390/f17091061
Review of biotic and abiotic PHA degradation over 20 years, covering crystallinity and molecular weight effects, environments, enzymes and uses of degradation products.
“This review seeks to compile Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) degradation studies published over the past 20 years.” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.biortech.2026.135766
A chitosan/TpPa-SO3H covalent organic framework composite film made by molecular weaving is reported to raise elongation at break and tensile strength and to extend fruit shelf life.
“Chitosan/TpPa‐SO 3 H film was formed through a molecular weaving strategy” (abstract)
doi:10.1002/smll.75642
Cellulose nanocrystals were melt-compounded into PLA, PHB and a starch-based polymer with maleic anhydride compatibilization, improving dispersion and raising storage modulus in DMA.
“Overall, MA-compatibilization improved CNCs dispersion, resulting in enhanced thermomechanical performance of biopolymers.” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.nwnano.2026.100238
Review of 45 publications from 2016–2026 on PLA synthesis by polycondensation and ring-opening polymerization, characterization, fillers, and packaging, medical, textile, and agricultural uses.
“Artikel ini mengkaji sintesis, karakterisasi, dan aplikasi PLA melalui analisis 45 publikasi ilmiah periode 2016–2026.” (abstract)
doi:10.29103/jtku.v15i1.26908
The study examines how organosolv lignin affects the physical and functional properties of polyhydroxyalkanoate films.
doi:10.1007/s13399-026-07268-7
Review covers metabolic engineering of microorganisms for PHA synthesis and enzymatic PET degradation, citing pilot-scale PET depolymerisation and remaining challenges in enzyme stability and economic scalability.
“Metabolic engineering strategies have enabled enhanced yield, altered polymer composition, and reduced process costs” (abstract)
doi:10.1007/s13205-026-05050-0
Electrospun PLA scaffolds admixed with polymaleate–cysteine conjugates became hydrophilic with higher water sorption, but showed lower tensile strength and modulus.
“WS up to 5-fold higher than the PLA scaffold” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.polymer.2026.130807
PLA foams reinforced with in situ fibrillated PTFE and carbon fibers were made by nitrogen-assisted foam injection molding, giving finer cells and higher compressive strength than pure PLA foam.
“The foam density of composites lowered 15% compared with pure PLA foam.” (abstract)
doi:10.1021/acs.iecr.6c03418
Bamboo fibers were thermoplasticized by solvent-free heterogeneous esterification with C10–C18 fatty acids after controlled delignification, yielding hot-pressable, UV-blocking films.
“a solvent-free strategy was proposed to fabricate thermoplasticized bamboo fibers (TBF) via heterogeneous esterification” (abstract)
doi:10.1021/acssuschemeng.6c06380
A review article covers strategies and tradeoffs for toughening poly(lactic acid).
doi:10.1016/j.progpolymsci.2026.102179
The title describes a nickel–cobalt electrocatalyst on copper foam used for electrooxidation of 5-hydroxymethylfurfural to 2,5-furandicarboxylic acid.
doi:10.3775/jie.105.218
Wheat and rice straw fillers up to 30 wt% were compounded into maleic anhydride grafted PBS, PBAT and blends; stiffness increased while PBAT thermal stability declined at higher loadings.
“wheat straw (WS) and rice straw (RS) were added up to 30 wt% in maleic anhydride grafted polybutylene succinate (PBS)” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.indcrop.2026.124421
Review argues microorganisms and their enzymes can depolymerize and upcycle PHA, PLA and starch-based bioplastics within circular economy systems.
“This review argues that microorganisms and their enzymatic machineries are the biological catalysts that are needed to make this circular vision of bioplastics a reality.” (abstract)
doi:10.1016/j.wasman.2026.115848
A FRET-based oligo-l-lactate substrate was designed to track enzymatic hydrolysis of poly-l-lactic acid in real time, as an alternative to endpoint lactate assays.
“capable of monitoring real-time PLLA degradation” (abstract)
doi:10.1021/acs.biomac.6c01709
Avantium says its Releaf plant-based polymer won an award at the Formes de Luxe Awards 2026.
“its Releaf plant-based polymer wins award at Formes de Luxe Awards 2026” (title)