Polynex:Biodegradable & Compostable Plastic

De Eco SR Hygiene Sdn Bhd (Universiti Malaya)
Socio-Economics Driver
Environment & Biodiversity
Science & Technology Driver
Advanced Materials
Technology Readiness Level
7
Intellectual Property
PI2024000113

The system utilises local agricultural waste, providing a cost advantage over imported resins. It offers application-specific formulations for agricultural use, while maintaining strong mechanical performance comparable to conventional plastics. It is fully compostable with no environmental persistence, and operates as an integrated material-to-product platform rather than a simple material conversion solution.

Conventional plastics used in agriculture cause long-term soil contamination and microplastic accumulation. Existing compostable alternatives are costly due to imported resins, lack local integration, and are not tailored for agricultural performance. The market lacks a cost-effective, locally integrated, and application-ready compostable material.

POLYNEX is a PBAT-based biodegradable composite platform enhanced with agro-waste cellulose (e.g. rice husk) and starch. The material is compounded and processed into films and products (mulch film, bags), designed for specific agricultural applications with controlled biodegradation (6–24 months).

Polynex is an innovative biodegradable and compostable material made from agricultural waste, starch, and biopolymers, offering a cost-effective alternative to conventional plastics. It combines strong mechanical performance with controlled biodegradation within 6–24 months, making it suitable for applications such as mulch films, bags, and liners. The solution reduces plastic pollution and agricultural waste while supporting a locally integrated circular economy.

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