Cardia Compostable™ B-M

Cardia Compostable™ B-M is a biodegradable and compostable resin based on a blend of thermoplastic starch (TPS), biodegradable polyesters and natural plasticizers. This grade of resin is compatibilised to offer a high level of mechanical strength, impact resistance and toughness. The resin is based on corn starch which is a renewable material. It is a biodegradable and compostable resin, greater than 98% biodegradability when tested to ISO14855 designed to be used for injection molding and profile extrusion.

Brand: Cardia Compostable (4 products)

Polymer Name: TPS/Polyester Alloy

Additives Included: Plasticizer (Unspecified)

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable

Processing Methods: Extrusion, Injection Molding, Profile Extrusion

Density: 1200.0 - 1200.0 kg/m³

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Additives Included: Plasticizer (Unspecified)
Chemical Family: Modifed Starches,
Polyesters
Polymer Name: TPS/Polyester Alloy
Plastics & Elastomers Functions: Resin
Technologies: Plastics
Product Families: Plastics — Engineering & Specialty Polymers
Biodegradable Polymers,
Blends & Alloys,
Polyesters & Copolyesters

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable
Materials Features: Biodegradable,
Compostable,
Good Mechanical Properties,
Good Toughness,
High Strength,
Impact Resistance,
Plasticized,
Renewable Resource Content

Applications & Uses

Markets: Agriculture & Feed,
Automotive & Transportation,
Building & Construction,
Consumer Goods,
Healthcare & Pharma,
Industrial,
Personal Care,
Printing & Packaging
Applications: Agriculture & Feed — Agricultural Films
Pipes & Hoses
Consumer Goods — Appliances & Electronics
Automotive & Transportation — Automotive
Cooling & Climate,
Fuel Systems
Building & Construction — Building Materials
Pipes & Plumbing
Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing
Other Industrial Applications
Consumer Goods — Housewares
Healthcare & Pharma — Medical
Tubing & Fluids Handling
Printing & Packaging — Packaging
Food & Beverage Packaging,
Industrial & Transport Packaging,
Non-Food Consumer Packaging
Personal Care — Packaging & Accessories
Applicators & Accessories
Consumer Goods — Sports & Recreation
Plastics & Elastomers End Uses: Caps,
Closures,
Containers,
Cosmetic Packaging,
Piping,
Sporting Goods,
Table Products,
Toothbrush Handles,
Tubing
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods: Extrusion,
Injection Molding,
Profile Extrusion

Properties

Mechanical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Tensile Strength at Break	19.8	MPa	ASTM D 638
Tensile Modulus	1317	MPa	ASTM D 638
Charpy Impact Strength	23.5	J/m	DIN 179-1

Physical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Melt Flow Index - MFI (2.16 kg /190˚C)	9	g/10 min	ASTM D1238
Density	1.2	g/cm3	ISO 1183
Moisture Content	max. 0.6	%	CBP method

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability

China (Mainland),

Regional Availability

Asia Pacific
Canada
Europe
North America
USA

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling: Cardia Bioplastics Materials should be transported, stored and handled in cool and dry environments without exposure to direct sunlight.