Master batch today plays an important role in the plastics production thanks to its outstanding features and economic benefits. Specifically, the consumption of plastic bags from master batch seeds around the world increased amazingly because of the lightness that it brought. However, many people encourage the use of paper bags and canvas bags because plastic bags are facing strong opposition from the public and environment protection organizations. So does bags from other materials actually cause less environmental pollution than plastic bags?

The actual amount of wasted plastic packaging made from master batch compared to other materials

When comparing the actual volume of waste between packaging made from master batch plastic bags and packaging made from other materials such as paper bags. Paper bags have the highest amount of solid waste at 75 pounds, while plastic bags produce nearly 42 pounds of solid waste, the lowest of any other material. As compared to canvas bags, recycling plastic bags is much simpler than canvas bags thanks to the superior features of master batch granules. Specifically, recycling of cloth bags requires a lot of challenges due to its complex composition, in a cloth bag containing many different materials such as cotton, metal and other fibers. This makes the recycling process much more complex in ensuring the original bag quality is maintained.

Comparing the environmental impact of master batch plastic bags with other materials

According to a recent study, plastic packaging actually accounts for only 1-2% of the amount of waste. Compared to canvas bags, plastic bags require less energy and more flexible recycling. Many people mistakenly believe that canvas bags can be reused 104 times, but the actual number is only 52 times according to the UK environmental agency. As for paper bags, the researchers suggest the effects of this material include greenhouse effects of up to 68% more than the 39% of emissions from plastic packaging made from master batch, causing warming of the environment.

In conclusion, master batch plastic granules reduce the negative impact of plastic packaging on the environment by cutting production processes, saving energy used in production, as well as flexible recycling capabilities and processes compared to other types of packaging materials mentioned above.