Solanyl C1 grades. A complete portfolio of bioplastic granulates for injection molding applications.

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1 A complete portfolio of bioplastic granulates for injection molding applications. are biodegradable granulates based on reclaimed potato, grain, root or seed flour based resources. Version 1 / Date For general product information, please refer to our technical datasheets. Our technical services department is available to discuss your requirements and advise on the best grade selection for products & (color) masterbatches. WHAT IS SOLANYL? Solanyl is a group of products consisting of a smart series of biobased and biodegradable end compounds, suitable for direct conversion by the various known techniques. The name Solanyl is derived from the Latin words Solanum Tuberosum, which means potato. Solanyl is based on reclaimed side stream starch from the potato processing industry and/or grain, root or seed flour based resources. The Solanyl portfolio is special tailored for various converting methods and is a renewable alternative for various petroleum-based plastic applications, e.g. PS, PP, PE and PVC. The compounds can be used directly for the production of bioplastic products with most common converting methods with respect to injection molding, sheet and profile extrusion, thermoforming and extrusion film casting or blowing products and processes. Solanyl products have a natural look and feel. FIGURE 1 - From reclaimed potato starch from the French fries industry to Solanyl bioplastic granulates. The current commercial grades of the Solanyl family are offered as follows: Solanyl C1xxx: Injection & compression molding Solanyl C2xxx: Sheet and profile extrusion Solanyl C8xxx: Blown and cast film extrusion APPLICATIONS & MOLDED PRODUCTS are end compounds suitable for Injection and compression molding applications and is specially developed to obtain a complete portfolio of bioplastics with properties like synthetic plastics designed for rigid or flexible products, PS, PVC, PE or PP. can be processed on most conventional lines suitable for various products. are competitive alternatives for currently used biodegradable plastics and polyolefins for a wide range of applications. have a natural feel and look. Solanyl C1 grades are biodegradable having a high biobased and plant derived material content. FIGURE 2 - Typical product examples made with.

2 are developed for rigid or flexible applications. offer the opportunity for low temperature easy processing. The data listed have been established on standardized test specimens under standard temperature and humidity conditions. The data and figures should be regarded as guide values only and should not be used in preparing end specifications. The properties given must be regarded for guidance purposes only, since product is based on renewable raw materials with fluctuating properties by nature. Under specific conditions the properties can be influenced to a large extent by the processing conditions applied. Figures Consequently the material has to be processed in accordance with our guidelines. Modulus Solanyl Applications in which can be used are: Consumer goods Agriculture products Packaging Groundwork applications, Various Solanyl products find their way to the market into different products: Disposables Food containers Grounds works (reinforcement grids, ground pins,..) Airsoft bullets Plant pots and tree clips Spiral tree protectors Promotion coins, cards, badges, displays Clips, seals Brushes Tree protectors Plant labels and sticks Cups, boxes & trays, Solanyl C1 is an eco-friendly alternative having various benefits: Natural feel & look or Excellent gloss, transparency & clarity Exceptional flavor & aroma barrier properties Easy to shape, print & emboss Rigid as well as flexibility options Various alternative disposal options compared to conventional plastics PORTFOLIO The basic portfolio of the consist of several end compounds with properties like PS, PVC, PE or PP. Because Solanyl consist of oxygen based polymers the characteristics are different from synthetic oil based plastic such as polyolefines. As a result will show differences in processing behavior & product features. Dedicated types or specialty grades can be made available as well. New grades our continuously developed, such as grades with higher heat resistant, improved melt flow, impact strength, higher biobased as well as lower costs varieties. C111 C811 C123 C211 C141 C11 Hard PVC C121 C221 SP132 LDPE C224 HDPE C121 C124 C124MFI C123 C112 PS C113 C224 C113 HIPS LDPE C81 PP C221 SP132 SP13 C141 C112MFI HIPS GPa C111 C211 C811 C81 SP13 PP Tensile Strength Solanyl C121 C224 C113 C124 SP132 HDPE C221 C81 FIGURE 3 - A comparison of the Modulus, Tensile Strength & Strain with oil based nonbiodegradable plastics. Property ranges are based on most commonly used varieties of the oil-based plastics. PP Solanyl HDPE C141 HIPS Elongation C124MFI C111 C124 C211 C811 C11 SP13 LDPE PS PS Hard PVC C112 C123 Hard PVC 5 5 C11 MPa %

3 Solanyl C1: a complete portfolio of bioplastic granulates developed for molding applications offering a broad range of properties for various applications & products. Version 1 / Date PACKAGING Packaging; 25 kg bags, 1 kg octabins. Identification: Grade name, Lot nr. and production location. Solanyl C1 is a sustainable alternative for oil based plastics. make. OVERVIEW STANDARD C1 GRADES The main standard Solanyl C1 products are shown in the table with indication of main characteristics. The various grades show differences in melting and crystallization behavior, which will be reflected in differences in optimal processing temperature profiles and characteristics such as flow, shrinkage and thickness. Dedicated types or specialty grades can be made available as well. New grades are continuously developed, such as grades with higher heat resistant, improved melt flow, impact strength, higher biobased as well as lower costs varieties. Our technical services department is available to discuss your requirements. All Solanyl C1 grades comply with EN C121 and C811 are Vinçotte OK Compost certified. For C124 Vinçotte OK Biobased and OK Compost certifications are pending. C1 grade Alternative Attributes Standard grades C141 Hard PS High hardness >76 # C121* PS, PP homo General purpose 67 # C111* PE Flexibility 4 # C123 LDPE, TPE Elastomer like >28 C124 PP copol, PE High impact, flexibility >6 Improved flow grades C112M PP, HIPS Thin wall, stiffness ~8 C114M PP, PPcopol Thin wall, improved impact >7 C124M PP copol, PE Thin wall, high impact >6 High heat resistance Biobased Content (%) C113 PP copol, PE High Vicat, flexible ~2 (6 C113B) SP@ PP, PS High HDT, stiffness >6 High density C11 Filled PP/PS Mineral filled ~8 # OK Biobased certified by Vinçotte. * OK Compost certified by under development. Various new grades are being developed and available for test amounts. FIGURE 4 - Injection molded product examples made with Solanyl C1 grades. From top to bottom: Ground pin, Air soft bullet, ID clips, Reinforcement grid.

4 are developed for rigid or flexible applications. offer the opportunity for low temperature easy processing. The data listed have been established on standardized test specimens under standard temperature and humidity conditions. The data and figures should be regarded as guide values only and should not be used in preparing end specifications. The properties given must be regarded for guidance purposes only, since product is based on renewable raw materials with fluctuating properties by nature. Under specific conditions the properties can be influenced to a large extent by the processing conditions applied. Figures Consequently the material has to be processed in accordance with our guidelines. PROPERTIES The main property characteristics of Solanyl C1-grades show the versatility of Solanyl bioplastics. The differences in properties are visualized in the figures 5. In the figures a rough estimation is shown of some mechanical properties. For more details we refer to our technical datasheets (TDS). Also safety information is available on request as material and safety datasheets (MSDS). C1 grade Standard Modulus (GPa) Stress (MPa) Strain (%) Impact (kj/m 2 ) Vicat-A (ºC) MFI g/min (19ºC) Spiral flow (cm, 2*12 mm) C141 2, ~55 ~ C121* 1, >4 DNB >55 (17ºC) C111*,45 13 >2 >21 DNB (18ºC) C123 ~,1 8-9 >4 >1 DNB C124,9 21 >1 >1 DNB ~ (18ºC) Improved flow C112M ~ (18ºC) C114M 2, ~ (18ºC) C124M 1 24 >5 >4 DNB ~ (18ºC) Heat resistant C113 1, >1 >45 (17ºC) SP*@ >1,5 >2 >1 >2 >11 >15 >45 (18ºC) High density C11 4, ~ under development: data are provisional subject to optimization. DNB=Did not break. * Properties are measured on injection molded tensile bars and may depend on humidity, processing and thickness. Thus: Guide values are only indicative for final product properties. & MFI is measured at T above the processing T and as such are indicating flow and cannot directly be compared with polyolefines. FIGURE 5 -A comparison of mechanical properties of some Solanyl C1 molding grades. Please note that more grades with a variety of properties are available. From top to bottom: tensile stress values, elongation, & stiffness (Elastic and flexural modulus values..

5 Viscosity (Pa.sec) Viscosity (Pa.sec) PRODUCT INFORMATION Solanyl C1: a complete portfolio of bioplastic granulates developed for molding applications offering a broad range of properties for various applications & products. Version 1 / Date PACKAGING Packaging; 25 kg bags, 1 kg octabins. Identification: Grade name, Lot nr. and production location. Solanyl C1 is a sustainable alternative for oil based plastics. make. FIGURE 6 - A comparison of the improved heat resistance of C113 in comparison with two other Solanyl grades and Ingeo PLA23. Solanyl is in general shear thinning and as such applying shear will affect processing (see figure 8-1). The various profiles however differ per grade. 1 C112MFI (18C) C121 (17C) 1 C124MFI (18C) PLA 23D (17C) PLA 23D (19C) Solanyl is a starch based polymer and is therefore sensitive towards water during and after processing. In general, strength, hardness and stiffness will increase at lower water content and humidity, while impact and strain can decrease. In general flowing properties are reduced at lower water contents. In the figure 7 the effect of water on properties is shown for Solanyl C-grades Shear (1/sec) FIGURE 8 - A comparison of capillary viscosity of some Solanyl C1 grades with Ingeo PLA 23D. Even at lower processing T the viscosity is lower than with PLA Tensile Stress (MPa) 1,5-2,2 % Water,2-,5 % Water FIGURE 7 - A comparison of some Solanyl injection molding grades molded at two different water contents. Around 2% water, the tensile stress is lower than at low water content Shear (1/sec) %water C121,6% 1,6% 2,7% 5% C141 C121 C112 MFI C124 MFI C111 C123 FIGURE 9 - A comparison of the viscosity of some Solanyl C1 grades as function of water content. Solanyl C1 are starch based plastics and as such viscosity depends on water being a plasticizer for starch.

6 are developed for rigid or flexible applications. offer the opportunity for low temperature easy processing. The data listed have been established on standardized test specimens under standard temperature and humidity conditions. The data and figures should be regarded as guide values only and should not be used in preparing end specifications. The properties given must be regarded for guidance purposes only, since product is based on renewable raw materials with fluctuating properties by nature. Under specific conditions the properties can be influenced to a large extent by the processing conditions applied. Figures Consequently the material has to be processed in accordance with our guidelines. PROCESSING FIGURE 1 - Shear thinning profile of a typical Solanyl C121 extrusion grade compared to polypropylene (PP): Strain sweep (%) at constant frequency of 1 rad/sec showing G (elastic) and G (viscous) moduli. Solanyl can be processed on standard extrusion machines and results in a nontransparent light grey product with a natural soft feel. Properties may depend on water content, humidity, processing and thickness. Properties are given as guide values. Prospective clients should evaluate Solanyl C in their own laboratories to establish optimal conditions for use in their processes and applications. Solanyl is a starch based polymer and is therefore sensitive towards water during and after processing. In general, strength, hardness and stiffness will increase at lower water content and humidity, while impact and strain can decrease. In general flowing properties are reduced at lower water contents. Please note that several have a degradation temperature of 17-2 C depending on type. The possibility of degradation of the natural components in Solanyl C exists during prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures. Solanyl C1 molding grades can be processed on most conventional single-screw extrusion lines with standard screw settings but there could be some torque limitations if the screw design has a high compression ratio. For general processing information, please refer to our processing guidelines. Our technical services department is available to discuss your requirements and advise on selection of color masterbatches and our Optinyl masterbatches. PRE-TREATMENT AND DRYING Some, i.e. C11 & C121, require some moisture (bonded to the thermoplastic starch) to enable melting and to ensure the flow properties during processing. These have been preconditioned during manufacturing to the correct moisture content before packaging. Therefore these specific Solanyl C1 grades are not to be dried for standard applications or uses. Drying will affect processing and properties. Some, can be processed at lower moisture contents. In some cases mechanical properties can be enhanced but usually at the expense of flow. Moisture content can start hydrolysis! Residual moisture content can result in lower melt stability, bubbles and lower properties during processing. are packaged during manufacturing to keep moisture low. However pre-drying can sometimes improve properties & is recommended before processing. MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for are available for all grades of resin products which Rodenburg Biopolymers produces. Material Safety Data Sheets are provided to help customers satisfy their own handling, safety and disposal needs, and those that may be required by locally applicable health and safety regulations, such as OSHA (U.S.A), MAK (Germany), or WHMIS (Canada).

7 Solanyl C1: a complete portfolio of bioplastic granulates developed for molding applications offering a broad range of properties for various applications & products. Version 1 / Date PACKAGING Packaging; 25 kg bags, 1 kg octabins. Identification: Grade name, Lot nr. and production location. Solanyl C1 is a sustainable alternative for oil based plastics. make. RE-USE & COMPATIBILITY The leftover materials can be reclaimed and reprocessed if they are free from dust and contamination. Recyclability: clean waste can be shredded or re-granulated (typically up to 5-25%) and used with virgin material. However, the leftover materials should be collected, shredded and sealed quickly in order to avoid humidity absorption. Addition levels should be controlled within a reasonable and constant addition range. It is strongly recommended that the reclaiming materials will be reprocessed to grains in good time. Pre-drying to appropriate moisture levels before reprocessing is needed if the reclaiming materials are stored without sealing. The leftover materials should be stored sealed in a dry cold environment. Most of the are compatible and can be mixed and can as such be used as combinations to optimize costs versus performance. CERTIFICATION (FOOD CONTACT, BIODEGRADATION, BIOBASED,..) Food-contact - Presuming appropriate processing, the composition of the standard comply with EC Plastics Regulation 1/211 and as such has potential to be used in the EC countries for materials or articles according to article 3 of Regulation EC No 1935/24 on materials and articles intended to come into contact with food and repealing Directives 8/59/EEC & 89/19/EEC and FDA food contact standards codes of federal regulations CFR 21. Compliance with the provisions of these regulations, especially the suitability of the articles for the given application, the effect on smell and taste of the food, and observance of any given limitations, must be ensured by the person who introduces the articles into circulation. The specific restrictions mentioned in EC Plastics Regulation No 1/211 and amendments have to be ensured. Migration should be measured on finished articles placed into contact with the foodstuff or appropriate food simulants for a period and at a temperature which are chosen by reference to the contact conditions in actual use.

8 are developed for rigid or flexible applications. offer the opportunity for low temperature easy processing. The data listed have been established on standardized test specimens under standard temperature and humidity conditions. The data and figures should be regarded as guide values only and should not be used in preparing end specifications. The properties given must be regarded for guidance purposes only, since product is based on renewable raw materials with fluctuating properties by nature. Under specific conditions the properties can be influenced to a large extent by the processing conditions applied. Figures Consequently the material has to be processed in accordance with our guidelines. Biodegradation Controlled Composting (%) % relative biodegradation Solanyl C1 grade Biodegradation - A biodegradable product is metabolized by micro-organisms, completely transformed in to CO 2, water, energy and biomass. There is no certification for biodegradability as it is. There are however various ISO standardized biodegradability tests under soil and water conditions (EN12432). Biodegradability of compositions were conducted at OWS (Ghent Belgium) according to EN13432 (ISO 14855). Typical results are shown in figures right showing complete biodegradation within the required time-frame for composting. All standard comply with EN13432 (industrial composting). Solanyl C121 and C111 (and C124 is pending) are certified according to Vinçotte OK Compost. Most C1 grade also have potential for anaerobic digestion and can be used for the production of natural gas. Various grades were studied using High Solids Anaerobic (HSAD) biodegradation testing standards under thermophilic conditions (ISO ASTM D.5511). 4 2 Cellulose reference LDPE reference Time (Days) FIGURE 11 - Biodegradation of Solanyl C. On a relative basis with cellulose as the reference substrate, values of >9% were obtained. As such the biodegradability criterion was reached both on an absolute & relative basis. Biobased Various C1 grades are Vinçotte OK Biobased (or pending). SUSTAINABILITY & ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT Solanyl is highly efficient produced, making use of (reclaimed) potato starch (by using starch of the waste stream of the local potato processing industry), grain, root or seed flour based resources. Detailed studies showed positive effects into the LCA of the production of Solanyl (Cradle-to-factory climate change expressed as kg CO 2 eq./ton product: Cradle-to-factory NREU in MJ/kg polymer) water use and natural carbon content) compared to the production of regular oil based plastics such as polyolefins as well as various biodegradable polyesters. FIGURE 12 Biodegradation (industrial composting according to EN13432 ISO1788) of Solanyl C. Within the required time of 12 weeks test pieces transformed into compost. FIGURE 13 Biodegradation under HSAD conditions producing methane gas.

9 NREU (MJ/kg) PRODUCT INFORMATION Solanyl C1: a complete portfolio of bioplastic granulates developed for molding applications offering a broad range of properties for various applications & products. Version 1 / Date PACKAGING Packaging; 25 kg bags, 1 kg octabins. Identification: Grade name, Lot nr. and production location. Solanyl C1 is a sustainable alternative for oil based plastics. make Solanyl compounds Biopolyesters Oil based uncompounded FlourPlast Solanyl sustainability summary: Based on side-stream starch which is not competing for land or food GMO free and domestically available (local for local principle) Raw materials are based on renewable resources >65% less energy used compared to production of oil-plastics CO 2 reduction compared to oil-based plastics Non-toxic, Non-ecotoxic & environmental safe components are used Compostable and digestible in biomass biorefineries LCA (Life-Cycle Analyses), Environmental and sustainability studies are performed in cooperation with EPEA, Copernicus institute and Wageningen University & Research center. Some results are shown in figure right (NREU = non-renewable energy use) Solanyl C Oil based FIGURE 14 - LCA calculations of Solanyl and FlourPlast based products compared to oilbased plastics and biodegradable biopolyesters. NREU i.e. non-renewable energy use (Cradle-to-factory gate). TRANSPORT, STORAGE AND SHELFLIFE GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS & OTHER INFORMATION Solanyl compounds are compatible with most bio-masterbatches containing chain extenders, such as Joncryl (BASF), impact modifiers and various color master batches, in particular those designed for PLA or starch containing products. To enhance processing and product features, typically anti-block and anti-slip master batches can be used based on biopolyesters and designed for starch or biopolyester based products such as Basf Ecoflex SL1 and AB1. Solanyl compounds are not compatible with synthetic or oil based master batches. It is not necessary to have a Corona treatment before printing or lasering for most common C1 grades. Products show good sealability & welding. must be stored in closed packaging in a cool dry (no condense sensitive) place, out of direct sunlight and protected against humidity. Changes in moisture content (either loss or gain depending on atmospheric conditions) should be avoided during longer term storage. During production, open bags or silo s must be avoided during production and storage (reseal bags). In the case of outside storage, if the product is supplied in boxes or other nonbulk containers, the unopened container should be brought into the extrusion production area and allowed to equilibrate for a minimum of 4 hours before opening to prevent excessive condensation. Storage time should not exceed 1 year after date of production of the granulate.

10 are developed for rigid or flexible applications. offer the opportunity for low temperature easy processing. The data listed have been established on standardized test specimens under standard temperature and humidity conditions. The data and figures should be regarded as guide values only and should not be used in preparing end specifications. The properties given must be regarded for guidance purposes only, since product is based on renewable raw materials with fluctuating properties by nature. Under specific conditions the properties can be influenced to a large extent by the processing conditions applied. Figures Consequently the material has to be processed in accordance with our guidelines. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This information is intended for use only as a guide for the extrusion of films of the mentioned Solanyl C1 grade polymers. The document contains generalized information for safety, processing guidelines and tooling. If are used in applications other than those mentioned above the choice, processing and use of Solanyl is the sole responsibility of the purchaser. All legal and other regulations must be complied with. Since extruded films covers a broad range of applications and products, an experimental approach at your facility will have to be completed to determine what tooling and mode of operation will work best. Testing of the end products is also recommended in order to make sure it meets customer requirements. DISCLAIMER This information and technical advice is whether verbal, in writing or by way of trials offered solely for your consideration and verification and should not be interpreted as a guarantee of representation for which Rodenburg Biopolymers assumes legal liability, except to the extent that such liability is imposed by legislation and cannot be excluded. This also applies where proprietary rights of third parties are involved. This advice does not discharge customers from the obligation to undertake their own determination of the product s suitability and completeness for their intended processes and use and to check its validity and to test Solanyl products. In using Solanyl products you must establish yourself the most suitable formulation, production method and control tests to ensure that the uniformity and quality of your product complies with all applicable laws. The application, use and processing of the products and the products manufactured by you on the basis of this technical advice are beyond Rodenburg Biopolymers control and are therefore entirely your own responsibility. Rodenburg Biopolymers reserves the right to make improvements or amendments to the composition or any grade or product without alteration of the product code. Rodenburg Biopolymers products are sold in accordance with our General Conditions of Sale & Delivery. WARRANTY Solanyl is a registered trademark. The info contained in this publication is true & accurate, to the best of our knowledge, but any recommendations or suggestions which may be made do not constitute a guarantee, since the conditions of use are beyond our control. Furthermore, nothing contained herein shall be construed as a recommendation to use any product in conflict with existing patents covering any material or its use. The info refers to the laws, regulations & products at the date of issue. However, Rodenburg Biopolymers makes no express or implied representations or warranties with respect to the information contained herein. It is the responsibility of our customers to determine that their product is safe, lawful & technically suitable for their applications. Because of possible changes in the laws & regulations, we cannot guarantee that the status of the products will remain unchanged. FIGURE 15 - Typical product examples. For more information and product specifications please contact: Rodenburg Biopolymers Denariusstraat RC Oosterhout PO Box CB Oosterhout The Netherlands T +31 () F +31 () Rodenburg Biopolymers is a trade name of RB Biobased Institute B.V.