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Vivomer from Shellworks<\/h2>\n\n

Shellworks produces Vivomer, a sustainable bioplastic made from microorganisms found in the sea or soil. Four designers, Ed Jones, Insiya Jafferjee, Amir Afshar and Andrew Edwards from the Royal College of Art and Imperial College, have developed the nature-based monomaterial. As a bio-based polymer, the PHA is 100% vegan and free from microplastics, while being compostable at home and in industry. The material properties of Vivomer make it very durable and ensure a smooth surface. Thanks to the integration of natural colorants, Vivomer can be applied to a wide range of <\/p>\n\n

#shellworks<\/a> #sustainablepackaging<\/a> #wastebased<\/a> #innovation<\/a> #materialdevelopment<\/a> #ecofriendly<\/a> #biodegradable<\/a> #productdesign<\/a><\/p>\n\n

Product name: Vivomer<\/a><\/strong>Manufacturer: The Shellworks<\/strong><\/a>Project status: Concept \/\/ Prototype \/\/ Ready for market<\/strong> \/\/ Ready for series production<\/p>\n\n

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