bioplastics

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Scope note
Moldable transparent plastic material made of compounds derived or synthesized from biological and/or palaeontological materials. Unlike traditional plastics, which are derived from petroleum, bioplastics are made from renewable resources and are biodegradable.
bioplastics
Accepted term: 05-Jan-2026