Evaluation of the biodegradability of poly (butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) and cassava starch films in municipal compost under controlled conditions by analysis of evolved carbon dioxide

Abstract

Plastic waste pollution is a major environmental issue all over the world, with Vietnam ranking among the ten most polluted countries. As a result, it is critical that research aims to reduce pollution levels from this plastic waste resource through the fabrication and application of biodegradable polymers to replace traditional plastics...