PHA (polyhydroxyalkanoates), a form of bio-based plastic, are completely biodegradable polymers made by microorganisms. These natural polyester materials hold great promise as replacements for conventional petrochemical plastics. They provide important advantages, including renewable origins, full environmental degradability, customizable performance, and biocompatibility. Consequently, they are well-suited for eco-friendly advancements in industries such as packaging, 3D printing, food, agriculture, healthcare, and industrial applications.

Biodegrades everywhere:

• 1, Marine degradation occurs when PHA products break down by over 90% in seawater at typical temperatures of 15°C (±5°C). The resulting degradation products are carbon dioxide and water.
• 2, Home composting degradation: Typically, at 25°C (±5°C), PHA products biodegrade by over 90% within six months to a year, breaking down into carbon dioxide and water.
• 3, Industrial composting degradation involves using specialized equipment that maintains high temperatures and moisture—around 58°C—resulting in the over 90% breakdown of PHA items within six months. The end products of this process are carbon dioxide and water.