M·VERA® GP1012

Soil degradable, biobased plastic

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Properties

M·VERA® GP1012

Soil degradable and from renewable sources

M·VERA® GP1012 is certified by TÜV AUSTRIA as OK compost HOME in accordance with NF T51-800 [11-2015], based on the criteria set out below. Additionally, M·VERA® GP1012 is certified by TÜV AUSTRIA as OK biodegradable SOIL in accordance with ISO 17556/EN 13432, based on the criteria set out below. The compound is therefore certified as biodegradable in home compost and in soil.

The renewable content in the polymer is over 98%. It is reinforced with natural fibres, which results in a low density with good rigidity at the same time. The heat deflection temperature (HDT) is over 100 °C, which qualifies it for temperature-stressed applications.

The material is safe for direct contact with food. The beige translucent appearance ensures an attractive look. M·VERA^® GP1012 was developed for injection moulding, can be processed on conventional machines and is suitable for packaging and as bite protection in forestry.

Criteria for certification by TÜV AUSTRIA in accordance with

OK compost HOME (according to NF T51-800 [11-2015])

Testing for certain limit values of heavy metals must first be successfully completed
The tests are carried out at approx. 28 °C
1. Disintegration (end product): Min. 90 % must disintegrate within 26 weeks; remaining parts must not be larger than 2 mm
2. Biodegradation (powder): Min. 90 % within 12 months; measurement of CO₂
Ecotoxicity test: Growth test with two plant species

Criteria for certification by TÜV AUSTRIA in accordance with

OK biodegradable SOIL (according to ISO 17556/EN 13432)

The test for certain limit values of heavy metals must first be successfully completed
The test is carried out on the ground compound at approx. 23 °C
- Biodegradation: Min. 90 % within 24 months; measurement of CO₂
Ecotoxicity test: Growth test with two plant species

Product properties

Certified degradability

OK biodegradable SOIL & OK compost HOME

Renewable content in polymer

over 98 %

Processing technology

Injection moulding

MVR (160 °C/5 kg)

9 cm³/10 min

Tensile modulus

1,750 MPa

Charpy notched

2.2 kJ/m²

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Indicative technical data M·VERA® GP1012 (B0254)

English	M·VERA® GP1012	Unit	Standard
Food contact approval:	yes		EU 10/2011
Certification:	OK compost HOME	-	NF T51-800 [11-2015], certified by TÜV AUSTRIA Belgium
Certification:	OK biodegradable SOIL	-	ISO 17556/EN 13432, certified by TÜV AUSTRIA Belgium
MVR (160 ˚C/5 kg):	9	cm³/10 min	ISO 1133
Density:	1.22	g/cm³	ISO 1183
Renewable content in the polymer:	> 98	%	-
Tensile modulus:	1,750	MPa	ISO 527-1/-2
Tensile stength:	25	MPa	ISO 527-1/-2
Yield strength:	25	MPa	ISO 527-1/-2
Elongation at yield:	3.7	%	ISO 527-1/-2
Elongation at break:	4	%	ISO 527-1/-2
Charpy notched impact strength (+23 °C):	2,2	kJ/m²	ISO 179-1/1eA
Charpy unnotched impact strength (+23 °C):	12	kJ/m²	ISO 179-1/1eU
Heat distortion temperature, HDT/B:	104	°C	ISO 75/B

Please refer to the product datasheet for details.

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Possible applications for home compostable and soil degradable bioplastics

Plant clips

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Cutlery

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Disclaimer: The information is based on our current knowledge and experience. A legally binding guarantee of certain properties or suitability for a specific individual case cannot be derived from this information. The information provided here does not release processors and users from carrying out their own tests and investigations in specific individual cases. BIO-FED^®, M∙VERA^®, M·BIOBASE^®, M·CYCLOSE^®, AF-Eco^®, AF-CirColor^®, AF-Carbon^® and AF-CirComplex^® are registered trademarks of AKRO-PLASTIC GmbH.