UMaine-created nanofibers could lead to recyclable food containers
The containers are constructed from cellulose nanofibril and other materials to improve water resistance.
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The containers are constructed from cellulose nanofibril and other materials to improve water resistance.
Takeout food is more popular than ever, but waste created by single-use plastic containers is environmentally harmful. University of Maine engineers have created a grease-proof, water-resistant container from recyclable cellulose nanocomposites that could be the next big thing in takeout technology. The demand for takeout, fast food and ready-made food has created an enormous plastic […]