Anaerobic Biodegradable Film

Juyou uses a patented additive to make our disposable products landfill biodegradable (Anaerobic Biodegradable). That means Juyou anaerobic biodegradable film will decompose under typical landfill environmental conditions much faster than traditional plastics which have an indefinite life span.

Biodegradation of juyou film is achieved by enabling microorganisms to break down the plastic molecular structure, which produces an humus-like material which is a natural plant fertilizer.

The biodegradability of plastic can be confirmed by comparing biodegradation results from an independent laboratory using ASTM D5511.

The diagram illustrates the additive and the landfill-biodegradable process.

landfill-biodegradable process

Why Choose Anaerobic Biodegradable

When it comes to biodegradable plastics, the 3 main choices are:
  • Landfill Biodegradable (which is our choice)
  • Oxo-Degradable (often just called degradable)
  • Compostable (commercial and home)
oxo biodegradable film

Oxo-Degradable

The oxo biodegradation will only work in the presence of oxygen and sunlight. If a degradable plastic is buried in a landfill where there is no sunlight and very little oxygen, it will stay there like a conventional plastic not degrading. Therefore for a oxo-degradable plastic to fragment down into little pieces it has to be up on top of the ground and there those little pieces will blow around and disperse into the environment. After years of discoveries, it has been confirmed that oxo-degradable only decomposes plastics into microplastics, is more harmful to the environment and organisms.

The European Union has enacted legislation to ban oxo-degradable.

commercial compostable film

Commercial Compostable

  • It must be in a commercial compost facility with 60°C temperatures, plenty of oxygen and good moisture levels. Otherwise the compostable plastic will not biodegrade.
  • Compostable plastics cannot be recycled in the mainstream with traditional plastic. If they cannot be delivered to commercial compost facility, they need to go to landfill.
  • Without separate recycle facilities sort out the compostable plastic from other plastic. Which means compostable plastic generally will go to landfill and will not biodegrade.
  • When a compostable plastic biodegrades its gaseous by-product is CO2, which cannot be used for energy capture methods to generate green electricity.
home compostable film

Home Compostable

Similar to commercial compostable plastics, they have an extra component PBAT* which is a highly degradable material. This allows home compostable products to biodegrade in the cooler temperatures of rubbish bin or home compost pile.
  • Their biodegradation time several months to 1-2 years.
  • Will biodegrade in aerobic or anaerobic conditions in a landfill.
  • Compared with Juyou Landfill Biodegradable, the cost of this method is several times.
  • Compostable plastics cannot be recycled in the mainstream.
  • Would contaminate other conventional plastics if they were mixed together.

Advantages of Anaerobic Biodegradable

After years of experimentation, Juyou anaerobic biodegradable food packaging films have been successfully developed.
  • The cost higher 5-10% than traditional plastics only. Are affordable and a practical solution
  • 90+% of plastic waste currently is disposed of in landfills. No change of consumer’s disposal habits is required
  • Does not change the original characteristics of PE film
  • Do not fragment into micro-plastics during biodegradation like oxo-biodegradable
  • Biodegrades under anaerobic conditions much 90% faster than traditional plastics. Laboratory test data shows 22.5% degradation rate in 250 days
  • Biodegradation produces a humus-like material (organic matter) which is a natural plant fertiliser and a biogas
  • The methane produced from accelerated anaerobic biodegradable plastics can be captured, methane can be used for fuel and energy production.

Compare the Degradable Technologies

Plastic PropertyAnaerobic BiodegradableOxo-DegradableHome CompostableCommercial Compostable
Cost compared with traditional plastic5-10% higher5-10% higherSeveral times higherSeveral times higher
Biodegradable in landfills?YesNoYesNo
Recyclable with other mainstream plastics?YesNoNoNo
Special storage conditions required?NoYesYesYes
Shelf life / has expiration dates?NoYesYesYes
Will degrade over a few months when exposed to sunlightNoYesMarginallyMarginally
Fragments into small pieces in ambient airNoYesNoNo
Needs oxygen in order to biodegradeNoYesNoYes
Biodegradation begins at time of disposal; not beforeYesNoYesCommercial compost facility only
Will biodegrade in commercial and home compostsNoNoYesCommercial compost facility only

Common Questions

What is the additive?
Juyou uses a proprietary organic additive, which is: An organic food source. Approved by US FDA for food contact. Mixed in a small ratio to not affect the parent plastic material properties.
Is the additive used in the plastic safe?
Yes. Our biodegradable plastic is very safe. Food packaging film made with the additive is USFDA compliant for food contact applications.
Is any toxic residue left after biodegradation?
No. There is no toxic residue when the biodegradable plastic decomposes. Polyethylene break down to methane (CH4), carbon dioxide (C02), and organic matter (humus).
What certification does anaerobic biodegradable have?
We provide third-party SGS lab test results that prove accelerated biodegradation under anaerobic conditions ASTM D5511
Anaerobic biodegradable create microplastics?
No. When the anaerobic biodegradable plastic product is disposed of in a microbe-rich environment, biodegrading into organic matter-producing natural fertiliser and will not fragment to form microplastics.
How long will anaerobic biodegradable plastics biodegrade?
The anaerobic biodegradable additives will make plastic biodegrade approximately 90+% faster than conventional plastics. Whether it takes a few months or multiple years doesn’t really matter. What does matter is that after some limited time, the product will completely biodegrade into biogas and a natural fertiliser - we are no longer leaving our plastic waste for future generations to deal with.
How long anaerobic biodegradable plastic requires any special storage conditions?
No. Its shelf life is the same as traditional PE film, and will only biodegrade when disposed of in a landfill. No special storage required.

Film Characteristics

Best Biodegradation

Comprehensive comparison of cost and degradation rate, this is the most economical way to degrade

High Stretchability

High stretchability and strong memory helps to stretch, wrap and seal food trays and container

High Clarity

PE material with high optical transparency provides maximum food packaging visibility

Fatty Food Safe

Safe for contact with fatty foods, better organoleptic poperties without loss of nutrition content

Resistant Cold

Does not crack even at sub–zero temperatures of up to -30°C. Wrap freeze food in refrigerator

Microwave Safe

The film does not release harmful substances into food when heated

BPA-DEHP Free

BPA free and does not contain DEHP plasticizers any chemicals that are harmful to human health

Good Breathability

Helps to keep food fresh and maximize shelf life to enjoy its original taste

Tear Resistant

Allows accommodation of odd-sized sealing without tearing and puncturing

100% Recyclable

Polyethylene cling film is easily recycled and environment friendly

Technical Properties

SIFPS
Tensile StrengthMD10-24 MPa1500-3500 psi
CD8-13 MPa1200-2000 psi
ElongationMD150-200 %150-200 %
CD350-400 %350-400 %
Permeability (OTR)35000 cc/m² per 24 hrs2260 cc / 100 in² / 24 hrs
WVTR115 g/m² (24 hrs)7.42 g / 100 in² / 24 hrs
Food Safety ComplianceMeets the latest food contact regulations as per EU directive no.1935/2004Meets the latest food contact regulations as per FDA-21 CFR 177.1520

Specification Customization

ATTRIBUTESPECIFICATIONS
Width5-180 cm
Thickness8-25 micron
Length7000 meter max
Inner Core Size25-76 mm
Primary PackagingDuplex board or E flute carton
Film roll with or without cutter box. Plastic or self-core holder for smooth dispensing
Cutter VariantPlastic/metal serrated, push/stick on slide cutter
Secondary PackagingShrink wrap, Master Carton, SRP/Display cases

Package & Film Customization

Our engineered combination of raw materials, craftsmanship and production teams allow us to customize cling film according to our customers’ needs, be it in strength, flexibility, elongation, thickness or cling

Film Color:

Transparent natural or tinted.

 

Box Design:

Customized multi-color printed box design, packed in FSC certified carton.

 

Value-added features:

Roll holder for easy retrieval of film from packaging, film reminder labels or V-curls for paper labels.

 

Combo/Refill Pack::

When the consumer runs out of plastic wrap, the bare-fill roll can be used.

Combo Pack – Two or more plastic boxes are packed together to form a Combo Pack.

 

Secondary packaging:

Shrink wrap, Shelf ready/display packaging, master carton.

 

Cutter Blade Type:

Plastic or metal serrated or sliding cutter (glue and push on).

State-of-the-art packaging in a slide cutter variant that enhances the user experience by smoothly cutting the film.

The blades on the cutter are not exposed, preventing any accidental cuts or injuries. It cuts the film easily, thus reducing waste.

Regulatory Compliance

ISO 9001 quality system certified

Meets latest food contact regulations as per FDA-21 CFR 177.1520

Meets the latest food contact regulations as per EU directive no.1935/2004 & RoHS IEC-62321

Does not contain any chemicals from the California PRO65 list of harmful chemicals.

Does not contain Bisphenol A (BPA), which is unsafe for the food.

We aim to bring a positive effect on the environment and reduce the use of non-biodegradable single-use plastic.

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