Biopolymer coated fiber food service items
US12240208B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 15, 2019 |
| Grant date | Mar 4, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC09D167/04
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A biodegradable food service item is disclosed, which includes a biodegradable substrate having at least one food contact surface. This substrate is made of cellulosic fibers. The food service item also includes a coating applied over the at least one food contact surface. This coating is made up of from about 25 to about 60 weight percent of at least one biodegradable polymer, such as polyhydroxyalkanoates. A method for making the biodegradable food service item is also disclosed.
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