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The article highlights Carbios' composting additive for polylactide bioplastics being added to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Inventory of Food Contact Substances, enabling the creation of fully compostable packaging materials in the U.S.

The article focuses on emerging trends in additives and materials, highlighting the shift towards sustainability and the elimination of harmful chemicals like PFAS. Topics discussed include the development of fluorine-free polymer processing aids, advancements in antioxidant stabilization systems for mechanical recycling, and the introduction of sustainable solutions such as fully recyclable monomaterial film structures and materials containing postconsumer recycled content.