The present invention relates to a microstructure including a biocompatible polymer or an adhesive and to a method for manufacturing the same. The present inventors optimized the aspect ratio according to the type of each microstructure, thereby ensuring the optimal tip angle and the diameter range for skin penetration. Especially, the B-type to D-type microstructures of the present invention minimize the penetration resistance due to skin elasticity at the time of skin attachment, thereby increasing the penetration rate of the structures (60% or higher) and the absorption rate of useful ingredients into the skin. In addition, the D-type microstructure of the present invention maximizes the mechanical strength of the structure by applying a triple structure, and thus can easily penetrate the skin. When the plurality of microstructures are arranged in a hexagonal arrangement type, a uniform pressure can be transmitted to the whole microstructures on the skin.

Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft eine biologisch abbaubare Deckelfolie für becherartige Behältnisse, insbesondere für eine Getränkekapsel aus einem biologisch abbaubaren Kunststoff, wobei die biologisch abbaubare Deckelfolie in dieser Reihenfolge eine Schicht aus Papier und mindestens eine Schicht aus einem Vlies, das aus einem biologisch abbaubaren Material hergestellt ist, aufweist.

Compositions of PHAs with PBS and/or PBSA are described and methods of making the same.

A compostable lid for sealing a capsule containing coffee in particular, consisting of a multilayer article comprising at least: a non-woven, the fibers of which contain at least 50% by weight of biodegradable fibers, a support consisting of a vegetable parchment, at least one oxygen barrier layer.

The invention relates to a multi-chambered, fluid-fillable apparatus apparatus, comprising two sheets bonded together to define a plurality of cells between them. In a first aspect, at least one, and preferably both, of the sheets are formed from polyvinyl alcohol. In a second aspect, the sheets are sealed together using both permanent and non-permanent seals. The non-permanent seals are formed to rupture at a predetermined internal pressure in order to dissipate externally applied load.

A compostable lid for sealing a capsule containing coffee in particular, consisting of a multilayer article comprising at least: a non-woven, the fibers of which contain at least 50% by weight of biodegradable fibers, a support consisting of a vegetable parchment, at least one oxygen barrier layer.

The present invention provides a heat-sealable water-based coating composition suitable for coating substrates used for packaging of products that contain grease, oil, water, etc. The coating compositions comprise acrylic polymer or copolymer emulsions and melting waxes. The substrates may be formed into containers, such as cups, for example. The coatings provide a barrier that is resistant to the permeation of, for example, grease, oil, water, and other liquids. Furthermore, the coating compositions are compostable.

The present invention relates to a composition that improves the moisture barrier characteristic of thermoplastic polymers, said composition comprising nanoclay, starch, an acidifying agent, a polymer crosslinking aid and a free radical initiator. The invention also relates to methods for preparing said polymer composition and substrates comprising said barrier composition.

A container system including a closeable container with at least one pouch in an interior space of the container, where the pouch includes a water-soluble film including a polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) resin blend, and a perfume and organic solvent containing composition at least partially enclosed in a compartment by the water-soluble film.

The invention relates to packing materials comprising closed gas-permeable bags containinglow density particles and a binder, and the use of said packing material in packaging.

A rotomoulded article comprising one or more layers wherein a layer A comprises: from 50 to 99.4 wt% of a polyolefin, from 0.5 to 50 wt% of a polyester, wherein said polyester is an aliphatic polyester selected from polyhydroxyalkanoate, poly(lactic acid), polycaprolactone, copolyester and polyesteramides, from 0.1 to 20 wt% of a co- or ter-polymer comprising: a) 50 to 99.9 wt% of an ethylene or a styrene monomer, b) 0.1 to 50 wt% of an unsaturated anhydride-, epoxide- or car- boxylic acid-containing monomer, c) 0 to 50 wt% (meth)acrylic ester monomer.

The present invention concerns a hydrophilic controlled release formulation, more in particular a hydrophilic controlled release matrix formulation, and solid dosage forms prepared therefrom, preferably for once daily oral administration. The hydrophilic controlled release formulation comprises pregelatinized starch, one or more active ingredients, one or more viscous hydrophilic polymers and optionally pharmaceutically acceptable formulating agents. Preferred hydrophilic polymers include hydroxypropyl cellulose and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose.

An improved adhesive composition having increased insulative properties is provided. The adhesive composition having improved insulative properties includes a starch component; an alkaline component; sodium tetraborate; water; and a plurality of expandable microspheres. Products having improved insulation capabilities and methods of making the products having improved insulation capabilities are also provided. The present adhesive and products including the adhesive is environmentally friendly.

A method of lipopolysaccharide (LPS) extraction from gram negative bacterial cells is provided, said method comprising a step of extracting LPS from the gram negative bacterial cell in a LPS extraction solution comprising a salt, water, an alcohol, and a further organic solvent. Compositions and uses of the extracted LPS are also provided.

The present invention relates to a degradable film for packaging fruit and vegetables, which comprises a polyolefin-based polymer matrix that incorporates an antimicrobial (biocidal or fungicidal) active ingredient of an essential oil, selected from the group consisting of: carvacrol, cinnamaldehyde, cineol, sabinene, thujaplicin, or a mixture of same, or incorporates the essential oil itself, selected from the group consisting of: cinnamon oil, oregano oil, eucalyptus oil, nutmeg oil, hinoki oil, or a mixture of same. The polymer matrix further comprises degrading agents. The invention also relates to a method for microencapsulating the antifungal or antibacterial active ingredients of the essential oil or the essential oil itself, and to a method for preparing the film.

A polylactic acid resin composition of the present invention is constructed by dynamically cross-linking a resin mixture containing a polylactic acid-based resin, trans -polyisoprene, and a cross-linking agent. The resin composition can be used for a wide variety of applications such as automobile molded articles, molded articles for electric products, molded articles for agricultural materials, molded articles for business use, and molded articles for daily use.

Aspects of the invention are related to a biodegradable polymeric sheet that includes: a first layer including polysaccharide at a weight % of up to 50%, for example, up to 25 weight %, and a polymer matrix, the first layer is configured to form a water barrier when in contact with water and a second layer including a polysaccharide at a weight % of at least 40% and a polymer matrix. The biodegradable polymeric sheet further includes a third layer including polysaccharide at a weight % of up to 50% %, for example, up to 25 weight %, and a polymer matrix, the third layer is configured to form a water barrier when in contact with water. The biodegradable polymeric sheet undergoes biodegradation on the ground responsive to an exposure to free air and natural day light.

The present invention relates to a cartridge (1) containing one or more beverage ingredients and comprising an inlet (27) for the introduction of an aqueous medium and an outlet (43) for the beverage produced from the one or more beverage ingredients, the cartridge incorporating within a beverage flow path between the inlet (27) and the outlet (43) an eductor for entraining air into the beverage, the eductor comprising an aperture (128) for producing a jet of the beverage, means for producing a pressure reduction of the jet of beverage, at least one air inlet (71), and a deflecting channel (80) downstream of the aperture (128), the cartridge further comprising a circulation chamber (93) between the deflecting channel (80) of the eductor and the outlet (43), the deflecting channel entering the circulation chamber (93) from a periphery of said circulation chamber and the outlet of the cartridge being located at or near a centre of said circulation chamber, wherein the circulation chamber (93) is shaped to cause the beverage exiting the deflecting channel (80) of the eductor to whirl around the circulation chamber (93) before exiting the outlet (43).

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a portion capsule with a filter device, the portion capsule preventing additional material and manufacturing costs for forming screen arrangements from becoming expensive.SOLUTION: A portion capsule 1 for producing a beverage is proposed, having a capsule body with a capsule base 3 and a filling side 4, with a cavity 100 for accommodating a pulverulent or liquid beverage base 101 being formed between the capsule base 3 and the filling side 4, with a filter element 7 being arranged between the capsule body 2, the beverage base 101, and the capsule base 3, and with the filter element 7 being formed of a nonwoven fabric which is arranged in the region of the capsule base 3.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Provided is a capsule comprising a circumferential wall, a bottom, a lid, and an entrance opening portion and an exit opening portion for letting fluid in the capsule and draining prepared beverage from the capsule, respectively, of which at least one opening portion is closed to prevent fluid from passing. The circumferential wall, the bottom and the lid of the capsule enclose an inner space that comprises an extractable product, and the capsule further comprises at least one moveable portion of the capsule that extends at a distance from a respective opening portion, and that is arranged to open the respective opening portion by being moved with respect to the respective opening portion.

A thermally insulating packaging to hold an item includes a solid compostable or recyclable shell that is formed primarily of a plant fiber, and a bottom cover. The shell includes a floor, a plurality of inner side walls that are coupled to the floor, a rim coupled to the plurality of inner side walls, and a plurality of outer side walls that are couple to the rim. The floor and the plurality of inner side walls define an interior space of the shell to receive the item and an opening to the interior space. The plurality of inner side walls and plurality of outer side walls have a space therebetween that defines a gap. The gap can be an air-filled cavity, or be filled with a compostable or recyclable core material.

The present disclosure provides treprostinil derivatives that can act as prodrugs of treprostinil. The treprostinil derivatives can be used to treat any conditions responsive to treatment with treprostinil, including pulmonary hypertension, such as pulmonary arterial hypertension.

A capsule for preparing a predetermined quantity of beverage with a beverage brewing device is disclosed. The beverage brewing device comprises a receptacle for receiving the capsule. The capsule comprises a cup comprising a circumferential wall, a bottom closing the circumferential wall at a first end, and a lid in use connected to the cup at a second end of the circumferential wall opposite the bottom. The wall, bottom and lid, in use, enclose an inner space comprising the extractable product. At least a portion of a surface of the capsule conceived to, in use, interact with the receptacle is provided with at least one projection for forming a sealing engagement with the receptacle.

A biodegradable polymeric sheet may be configured to undergo biodegradation on the ground responsive to an exposure to free air and natural day light. The biodegradable polymeric sheet may include a first layer comprising polysaccharide at a weight % of between 15% to 50% and a polyester matrix, the first layer is configured to form a water barrier when in contact with water; a second layer comprising a polysaccharide at a weight % of at least 40% and a polyester matrix; and a third layer comprising polysaccharide at a weight % of between 15% to 50%, a polyester matrix and an additive configured to accelerate disintegration of the polymeric sheet when exposed to natural day light, the third layer is configured to form a water barrier when in contact with water.

The invention relates to a method for producing protoplasts of cassava or closely related species, which protoplasts are capable of regeneration into plants. The method comprises producing friable embryogenic callus from explants of cassava or closely related species and isolating protoplasts from said friable embryogenic callus. The invention also concerns protoplasts obtainable by said method. The invention further relates to a method for transforming such a protoplast of cassava or closely related species, and transformed protoplasts obtainable thereby. In addition, the invention concerns a method for regenerating plants from these protoplasts and a cassava plant or closely related species obtainable thereby. Starch isolated from tubers of such cassava plants have an increased amylopectin content. The starch and a method for isolating it from said plants also forms part of the invention.