Researcher creates wood-based alternative to single-use plastic

https://phys.org/news/2022-09-wood-based-alternative-single-use-plastic.html

"breaks down wood fibers... cold sodium hydroxide combined with mild mechanical blending... sodium hydroxide recycled... translucent, strong and water-resistant film... small amounts of energy and chemicals in the manufacture. Like conventional plastic, the film can be made into coffee bags or chip bags, pouches (like pouches for cereal or frozen fruit), or protective wrap like bubble wrap or envelopes"

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