The following are some environmentally friendly materials that can replace plastic bags for express delivery packaging:
Paper packaging
Cardboard box: Made of corrugated paper, it has good compressive strength and cushioning, and can effectively protect the express items. Cardboard boxes are highly recyclable and decompose relatively quickly in the natural environment. Moreover, the main raw materials for their production are natural fibers, which are widely available.
Pulp molded products: Made from waste paper or plant fibers through molding processes. It can be customized according to the shape of the items, providing good support and protection. At the same time, it has the characteristics of being degradable and recyclable, and is often used for packaging electronic products, food, etc.
Kraft paper bags: Made of kraft paper, they have high strength and good environmental protection performance. Kraft paper bags can be printed with various patterns and information. They have a simple and elegant appearance and are suitable for packaging documents, clothes, small daily necessities, etc.
Biodegradable plastic packaging
Polylactic acid (PLA) plastic bags: Made by fermenting starch extracted from plants such as corn and sugarcane, they can be decomposed by microorganisms into carbon dioxide and water in the natural environment. It has good thermal stability and processing performance, and can be made into packaging of various shapes, but its cost is relatively high.
Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) plastic bags: They are bio-polyesters synthesized by microorganisms under certain conditions, featuring biodegradability and biocompatibility. PHA plastic bags can degrade relatively quickly in environments such as soil and seawater, and have good mechanical properties. However, their current production scale is relatively small and the cost needs to be reduced.
Natural fiber packaging
Jute bags: Made from jute fibers, they are characterized by being sturdy, durable and having good air permeability. Jute bags can be reused many times. After being discarded, they are easy to decompose in the natural environment and cause no pollution to the environment. They are suitable for packaging some items that are not afraid of being squeezed, such as agricultural products and textiles.
Cotton bag: Made of cotton, it is soft and comfortable, can be printed with various patterns, and has a high aesthetic appeal. Cotton bags are washable, reusable and have a long service life. They are a relatively environmentally friendly packaging option and are often used to package gifts, clothing, etc.
Biodegradable foam packaging
Starch-based foam: It is made by using starch as the main raw material and adding some additives through a foaming process. It has excellent buffering performance, can effectively protect fragile items, and is degradable in the natural environment, without causing white pollution like traditional foam.
Plant fiber foam: A foam material produced from plant fibers such as bamboo fiber and straw fiber, featuring environmental friendliness and renewability. Its performance is similar to that of traditional foam, but it is more environmentally friendly and green, and can be used to package fragile items such as electronic products and glassware.
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