In the medical field, bioplastics are emerging as an innovative and functional solution.
Their adaptability and technical performance make them particularly well-suited to the requirements of this sector, particularly in terms of safety, biocompatibility and durability.
While specific material references enable compatibility with the human body for resorbable applications such as implants or resorbable sutures (PLA or PHA), certain grades of bioplastics can also be used for the production of packaging or medical devices.
ADVANTAGES
- Compatible with existing processes
- Biocompatibility
- Mostly biobased
- Biodegradability depending on application (domestic or industrial compost)
- Potential improvement in environmental footprint
In these cases, biobased, non-biodegradable versions are preferred, such as biobased polyethylene (PE), some of whose references are certified for this application sector.
The potential of bioplastics to biodegrade in certain contexts, or due to their biosourced origin, contributes to reducing the environmental impact of medical waste, which is often non-recyclable.