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Biodegradble.ie is part of Polybags.co.uk - our parent website and the UK's largest manufacturer of polythene packaging products and eco-friendly alternatives.

This website was established to offer Irish customers a huge range of environmentally-friendly packaging products, with big savings to be made for those who buy in bulk.

Polybags manufactures and stocks a huge range of eco-packaging, along with traditional polythene and polypropylene products. Most of our range can be custom-made and printed with your own logo or design to provide a personalised, professional product.

Biodegradable plastic knowledge

The Asia Pacific region, on the other hand, is estimated to be the fastest growing market due to favorable government policies can facilitate the big-scale use of eco-friendly packaging in plenty countries in the region, so allowing the green packaging market to create a stronghold in the region. Presence of big consumer base as well as growing government focus on adoption of eco-friendly solutions. Furthermore, manufacturers are becoming increasingly aware of the negative impact of non-biodegradable packaging and turning to green packaging for their products. For instance, L'Oreal and Alibaba Group in United Kingdom are making a joint effort to reduce waste by utilising green packaging for all L'Oreal products sold in United Kingdom.

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How can these unique promotional eco non - woven bags (with gusset) or our personalised environmental bags fit in with your marketing strategy and assist you maximise your emblem exposure?

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Global Food Biodegradable Packaging Market Research Report 2018

Chapter Three Asia Food Biodegradable Packaging Market Analysis 3.1 Asia Food Biodegradable Packaging Product Development History 3.2 Asia Food Biodegradable Packaging Competitive Landscape Analysis 3.3 Asia Food Biodegradable Packaging Market Development Trend

Global Biodegradable Packaging Market: Imperative Points

Global Biodegradable Packaging Market Segmentation Outlook

First Mile and Vegware team up to stop compostable packaging ending up in landfill

Compostable packaging is often touted as the solution to the problem of single-use plastics, nevertheless rather than breaking down into compost as intended the supposedly sustainable material still frequently ends up being incinerated or consigned to landfill across the UK.

The Truth About Biodegradable Plastic Packaging

Biodegradable plastics used in an eCommerce packaging are almost broadly unrecyclable. While bioplastics come from plant materials like corn and sugarcane, their manufacture is fueled almost entirely by virgin (non-recycled) materials.

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The Degradability of Bio-Degradable Bags

Oxo-degradables are technically recyclable, because polyethylene can be melted and re-processed with other recyclable material. However, the bio-degradable properties of the recyclable bags will be retained in products that they later become – potentially shortening the shelf-life of those products; which means recycling these bio-degradable bags is not a viable option.

You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biobags or corn starch bags. These do not smash down fast enough and reduce the quality of the compost manufactured. Your bin could also be refused assortment. More information on how the compost is manufactured can be found on RECAP's website . You can come by out your bin assortment days onour bin assortment day page .

Here are some of the main product categories that Polybags can offer:

Eco-packaging: Biodegradable and compostable polythene packaging alternatives - from carrier bags to mailing bags and waste sacks to packing bags - allow people to get the job done whilst reducing the impact on the environment.

Waste bags and sacks: This massive range of bin bags caters for every waste disposal need. It includes traditional bin liners, black sacks, extra strong waste sacks and builders' rubble bags, plus printed recycling bags, specialist waste sacks and biodegradable refuse sacks.

Mailing bags: Strong, lightweight and waterproof alternatives to traditional paper envelopes and parcel packaging. Suitable for traditional post or courier transport, mailing bags are available in a range of styles to suit the product, or print your own design to really make an impression with customers.

Display bags: Retailers can improve their product presentation with this range of crystal-clear polypropylene bags that add sparkle to any product. Polypropylene is stronger, clearer and cheaper than cellophane, so is the perfect choice for retail displays.

Clear polythene bags: Plain polythene bags come in a huge range of sizes and thicknesses to serve a multitude of purposes, from storing small items to packing furniture, paintings or other large items in storage or transit.

Grip and zip seal bags: Resealable bags that open and close with either a squeeze-shut grip seal or a zip-style fastener that runs along the length of the bag opening. Handy for storing small- to medium-sized items and protecting them from dust, dirt or moisture.

Carrier bags: The world's most popular type of polythene bag and a must-have for retailers everywhere, the carrier bag provides a handy way for customers to transport their purchased products from the shop to their car, home or workplace.

Polythene rolls: Polythene film, tubing and plastic sheeting sold on the roll caters for a huge range of tasks, from packing products of all shapes and sizes to protecting large surface areas and items of furniture from dust or debris during building, painting or decorating.

Bubble packaging: Bubble-lined polythene film, commonly known as bubble wrap, provides air-cushioned protection for fragile or delicate items, whilst bubble bags are handy protective bags made from bubble wrap.

Garment covers: These thin polythene covers, shaped to fit neatly over a coat hanger, are used to protect clothing in storage or transit, making them a popular choice with dry cleaners everywhere.

Specialist bags: Polybags stock a wide range of polythene products catering for very specific needs, from film-front display bags to vacuum pouch bags for food, plus a range of specialist waste sacks to help dispose of asbestos, clinical waste and a variety of recyclable products.

Packing accessories: A range of packaging accessories to cater for transporting or delivering a variety of products, including stretch wrap, packing tape, bag clips, sack ties, sealing machines, box labels, pallet strapping and much more.