Milk Wild ancestor of the current cows were called as Aurochs and were domesticated about 8,000 to 10,000 years ago; (Ref) which further evolved into two varieties of domestic cattle breeds - bos indicus and bos taurus. As per records, humans have been consuming milk from past 6,000 to 8,000 years, English and Europeans could … Continue reading How Plastics Revolutionized Milk Packaging
Plastic and Rubber Bullet
Dear Readers, do go through the above infographic - Plastic and Rubber Bullet, and let me know your viewpoints in the Comments section. Thanks for Reading! I put up a new post whenever I come across an interesting topic, so follow my blog and stay updated about the developments in the polymer industry. References https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plastic_bullet … Continue reading Plastic and Rubber Bullet
First use of Cyanoacrylate Adhesive for Surgical Usage
Famously known as ‘Super Glue’, ‘Instant Glue’, 'Crazy Glue' and ‘Power Glue’ is a very well know adhesive material used largely for household application. However, this material has applications in other areas also, such as electronics, wood working, cosmetics and even forensics! Very few people would be unaware of this amazing material. In this blog … Continue reading First use of Cyanoacrylate Adhesive for Surgical Usage
Plastic Patent Disputes – In Recent News
What is a Patent? As per World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), a patent is an exclusive right granted for an invention, which is a product or process that provides, in general, a new way of doing something, or offers a new technical solution to a problem. Without the consent of the patent owner, the invention … Continue reading Plastic Patent Disputes – In Recent News
Demand of Major Plastic Additives in India (2018-19)
Additives are important chemical constituents added in polymer to enhance its performance properties. The blog provides demand data of the major additives consumed in India in the year 2018-19
Zomato and Plastic Waste
Zomato is one of Indias largest food delivery service provider, and is also a big contributor to food packaging waste. Blog post provides details of the steps taken by Zomato to reduce Plastic Waste.
Quiz Time!
Multi-Layered Packaging is one of the largest contributor to Indias Plastic Waste. Do you know which state has highest number of registered multi-layered packaging manufacturers in India?
What if Microplastics are Eaten?
Microplastics are now posing a bigger threat due to its small size and easy ingestion by animals, fishes and even humans! The infographic blog post provides an overview - What if microplastics are eaten?
Plastic Waste Awareness: Contributions of Bollywood Celebrities in 2021
India and Plastic Waste In the financial year 2019-2020 plastic waste of more than 34 lakh tonnes was generated in India; which was 33.6 lakh tonnes in 2018-2019 and was approximately 22.8 lakh tonnes in 2017-2018. Thus, plastic waste generation in India increased by about 11 lakh tonnes in just one year, which was about … Continue reading Plastic Waste Awareness: Contributions of Bollywood Celebrities in 2021
Important Guiding Principles of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
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