Biodegradable Plastic "New Wood" - April 2003
New Wood, a biodegradable plastic developed by Matsuisha in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan, is a new environmental material made from a mixture of wood flour and resin. It is manufactured from wood flour produced as wood waste and by-products, to which biodegradable resin is added. It decomposes 30% faster than conventional plastics, and when disposed of in landfills or in the natural environment, it decomposes in a shorter period of time through the action of microorganisms. This material is particularly promising as a solution to the plastic waste problem.
New Wood" is being used in the automotive and household industries. In particular, it is often used for automobile interior parts, and major automobile manufacturers such as Toyota and Honda have adopted it. In addition, its use in household products is being considered for all aspects of daily life, such as kitchenware and gardening tools. The annual production volume is estimated to be about 5,000 tons, and is expected to increase further in the future.
In addition to reducing environmental impact, the product is also competitive in terms of cost and recyclable. In addition, the manufacturing process reduces carbon dioxide emissions by 20% compared to conventional plastic products, contributing to the fight against global warming.
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