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This research aimed to develop and optimize bioplastic films using starch from cassava peels and false yam tubers.

Development, Optimization and Biochemical Characterization of Bioplastic Films from Cassava Peels and False Yam Tubers Starch

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This research aimed to develop and optimize bioplastic films using starch from cassava peels and false yam tubers.
Starch extracted from cassava and false yam was used to synthesize bioplastic films using glycerol as a plasticizer through solution casting technique.
Bioplastic films were reinforced with 2.5% bleached bamboo fiber and analyzed for water barrier properties, mechanical strength, thermal behavior, and soil degradability.
C0 bioplastic film had the highest ultimate tensile strength of 4.85 ± 0.12 MPa, while CF2.5 had the lowest at 2.13 ± 0.28 MPa.
Degradation rate decreased with fiber reinforcement; C0 exhibited the highest degradation at 43.52 ± 0.01% over 60 days.
FTIR analysis indicated intermolecular hydrogen bonding between glycerol and starch samples.

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Randomized trial evaluated bioplastic film properties in starch sources for food packaging, suggesting potential biodegradable alternatives.

Geoffrey et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Randomized trial evaluated bioplastic film properties in starch sources for food packaging, suggesting potential biodegradable alternatives.