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Plastarch materialPlastarch Material (PSM) is a biodegradable, thermoplastic resin. It is composed of non-GMO (non-genetically modified) cornstarch combined with several other biodegradable materials. The cornstarch is modified in order to obtain heat-resistant properties, making PSM one of few bioplastics capable of withstanding high temperatures. PSM began to be commercially available in 2005. Additional recommended knowledgePSM is stable in the atmosphere, but biodegradable in compost, wet soil, fresh water, seawater, and activated sludge where microorganisms exist. It has a softening temperature of 257°F and a melting temperature of 313°F. It is also hygroscopic. The material has to be dried in a material dryer at 150°F for five hours or 180°F for three hours. For injection molding and extrusion the barrel temperatures should be at 340° +/- 10°F with the nozzle/die at 360° Because of how similar PSM is to other plastics (such as polypropylene and CPET), PSM can run on many existing thermoforming and injection molding lines. PSM is currently used for a wide variety of applications in the plastic market, such as food packaging and utensils, personal care items, plastic bags, temporary construction tubing, industrial foam packaging, industrial and agricultural film, window insulation, construction stakes, and horticulture planters. Because PSM is derived from a renewable resource (corn), it has become an attractive alternative to petrochemical-derived products. Unlike plastic, PSM can also be disposed of through incineration, resulting in non-toxic smoke and a white residue which can be used as fertilizer. Developments
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