Feature article

Putting biodegradable plastics to the test

17 May 2026

Biodegrading plastics in a field

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Accurate testing is essential as demand grows for biodegradable plastics. The latest feature in Compounding World magazine explores how new standards, certification schemes, and testing methods are helping verify real-world performance. It highlights the need to prove full breakdown – not just fragmentation – while new technologies, including faster screening and AI tools, are accelerating material development.

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