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Biodegradable moisture-impermeable packages for consumer goods

US8481134B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 2, 2009
Grant dateJul 9, 2013
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Expiry dateFeb 2, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/1397
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A biodegradable package includes a shaped body formed from a composition that contains: (i) a source of starch; (ii) a strengthening agent; (iii) a binding agent; (iv) a plasticizer; and a moisture-impermeable film covering at least a portion of the shaped body.

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