TECHNICAL PRODUCT NAME – Dr Bio Compostable Bags
DATASHEET PRODUCT CODE – Dr Bio 7200 packaging films
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION currently make up for over 44 percent (almost 1 million
tonnes) of the global bioplastics production capacities.
Dr. Bio Polymers are the new eco-friendly resins that are made • The production of bio-based PE is predicted to
up of Compostable polymers & starch blends. The Dr.BIO continue to grow, as new capacities are planned to
Compostable Polymer is a film grade resin and can be processed come online in Europe in the coming years.
on standard blown film lines or blow moulding lines. The • Biodegradable plastics altogether, including PLA, PHA,
manufactured products using this resin are degradable in starch blends and others, account for over 55.5
normal land fill environment and get get disintegrated and percent (over 1 millions tonnes) of the global
decomposed within 4.5 - 6 months as tested by ISO 17088 bioplastics production capacities. The production of
biodegradable plastics is expected to increase to 1,33
The polymer resin can be converted to shopping bags, bin liners, million in 2024 especially due to PHA’s significant
mailer envelopes, agricultural films, sheets, blow moulded growth rates.
bottles etc.
FEATURES
With a vision to improve the sustainability and anticipating • Ready to use polymer for
market trends and future environmental regulations, Hi Tech • Can be processed in all general extruders; monolayer
Group a 38 year old manufacturer of masterbatches, resins and or multilayer
films has developed a new range of renewable and compostable • No special extrusion changes are required in process or
biobased biopolymers: Our bio polymers are produced from equipment except temperature
Corn Starch in the agriculture rich region of Punjab, India and • Fully biodegradable & compostable as per ISO 17088,
available in 45 countries globally
DIN EN 13432, ASTM D 6400
Hi Tech Group’s commitment towards sustainability is oriented
• Elastic as well as water and tear-resistant
to reduce the greenhouse gasses impact, minimize the
• Suitable for all type of conventional PE blown film
dependence on fossil oil derivatives, promote the use of
plants
renewable energies and to reduce the plastic waste in the
• Giving excellent flexibility and toughness
environment.
• Printable and weld able
• Suitable for food contact
Problems associated with general polymers
• High melt strength and stable up to 130 degrees.
• Remains in environment for up to 1000 years • Biodegradation is a chemical process in which
• Bio-based, non-biodegradable plastics altogether, materials are metabolised to CO2, water, and biomass
including also the drop-in solutions bio-based PE with the help of microorganisms.
(polyethylene) and bio-based PET (polyethylene • The process of biodegradation depends on the
terephthalate), as well as bio-based PA (polyamides), conditions (e.g. location, temperature, humidity,
presence of microorganisms, etc.) of the specific
USA - 14310 Gannet St , La Mirada, California
India – Airport Rd, Sahnewal, Ludhiana
18 Sec 6 Manesar, Gurgaon, India
Germany - Schlosserstrasse 13, Lindlar, Germany 51789
Italy - Via dell’Artigianato, 15, Provincia di Modena
[email protected] www.drbiod.com
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TECHNICAL PRODUCT NAME – Dr Bio Compostable Bags
DATASHEET PRODUCT CODE – Dr Bio 7200 packaging films
environment (industrial composting plant, garden Startup and shutdown
compost, soil, water, etc.) and on the material or Purge the system with a polyolefin or a purging
application itself. Consequently, the process and its compound at its recommended temperature settings.
outcome can vary considerably. Reset the temperature settings to the recommended
Dr Bio 7272 temperature profile. Purge with the Dr Bio
Technical Specifications 7272 resin until stable processing is obtained free of
contaminants.
Property Test Method Value Reset the temperature settings to the recommended
Colour Visual Off White purging compound temperature profile.
Specific Gravity of Granules g/cc 1.2-1.3 Purge with a polyolefin or a purging compound for 5
Bulk Density g/cc 0.60-0.70 times the average residence time.
Physical Form Pellets After completion of the run, Dr Bio 7272 must be
Melt Flow Index g/10 minutes 5-7 removed from the whole system. Dr Bio 7272 can
(190°C, 2.16 kg) ISO 1133 degrade into lactic acid causing corrosion of the
Melting Point °C 125-145 equipment.
DSC
Processing Temperatures oC Max 140 oC Extruder Temperatures
Tensile Strength MD /CD MPA 36-43
50 microns ISO 527 Feed zone 90-100 °C
Elongation at break MD/CD % 250-320 Melt zone 100-110 °C
Tensile Modulus MPa 840-860 Mixing & conveying 110-120 °C
ISO 527
Die head temperature 120-130 °C
Dart Drop Test g 290
ISO 7765 Typical settings may require optimization
Tear Strength mN 190-240
ISO 6383-1 Pre Drying
Applications Dr Bio 7272 must be consumed after removal from the
packaging within 4-6 hours at 85°C. Drying of standard resin
Compostable Shopping Bag | Clothing Bag | Courier Bag can be performed in a desiccant hot air dryer, with a dew point
| Garbage Bag | Carry Bag of -40°C or less. It is recommended to reduce the moisture
content before melt processing to a level less than 250ppm
Life Cycle and preferably less than 100 ppm, measured by e.g. Karl-
Fischer or Brabender aquatrac method. Predrying is in
particular important prior to injection molding, film and sheet
production. Moisture causes hydrolysis of the bio polymer
during melt processing, resulting in reduced mechanical
performance in the final part.
USA - 14310 Gannet St , La Mirada, California
India – Airport Rd, Sahnewal, Ludhiana
18 Sec 6 Manesar, Gurgaon, India
Germany - Schlosserstrasse 13, Lindlar, Germany 51789
Italy - Via dell’Artigianato, 15, Provincia di Modena
[email protected] www.drbiod.com
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TECHNICAL PRODUCT NAME – Dr Bio Compostable Bags
DATASHEET PRODUCT CODE – Dr Bio 7200 packaging films
when shipped to customer. Our obligation under this warranty
USAGE shall be limited to replacement of product that proves to be
It is a ready to use and since every application is unique defective. To obtain replacement product under this warranty,
it is recommended for the users to determine the the customer must notify Hi Tech International or its partners
applicable usage rate based on their requirements. or agent of the claimed defect within 1 month after shipment
of product to customer. Customer shall pay all freight charges
DISPOSAL for replacement products. We shall have no liability for any
injury, loss or damage arising out of the use of or the inability
Recommendation: Do not allow product to reach sewage
to use the products. And any financial claims shall be limited to
system. Disposal of product or waste must comply with
the value of the film sold.
official local regulations. Packaging that cannot be recycled
must be disposed in the same manner as the product.
Before using, user shall determine the suitability of the
product for its intended use, and user assumes all risk and
SAFETY INFORMATION
liability whatsoever in connection therewith. No
• Keep Out Of Reach Of Children
representation or recommendation not contained herein shall
• Keep Container Tightly Closed
have any force or effect unless in a written document signed
• Not For Internal Consumption
by an officer of the company. The foregoing warranty is
• Consult Material Safety Data Sheet For More exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties, express, implied or
Information statutory, including without limitation any implied warranty of
merchantability or of fitness for a particular purpose. In no
DECLARATION case shall HI TECH INTERNATIONAL be liable for incidental or
This Data sheet and information it contains is considered to be consequential damages.
accurate at the date of printing. No representation or
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guaranteed. We warrant our products will be free from defects
USA - 14310 Gannet St , La Mirada, California
India – Airport Rd, Sahnewal, Ludhiana
18 Sec 6 Manesar, Gurgaon, India
Germany - Schlosserstrasse 13, Lindlar, Germany 51789
Italy - Via dell’Artigianato, 15, Provincia di Modena
[email protected] www.drbiod.com
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