Criteria | Plastic Bags | Eco-Friendly Bags | Polyethylene Bags |
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Renewable Resources | 0% | 85–100% (PLA/cornstarch) | 0% (virgin material) |
Recycled Content | 10–15% (post-consumer) | N/A | 20–40% (recycled LDPE) |
Energy Consumption | 50 MJ/kg production | 30 MJ/kg production | 45 MJ/kg production |
Water Usage | Low | Very low | Moderate |
EOL Options | Landfill/Incinerate | Compost/Anaerobic digest | Recycle/Reprocess |
Feature | Plastic Bags | Eco-Friendly Bags | Polyethylene Bags |
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Smart Labels | NFC tracking tags | QR codes for compost guides | RFID temperature sensors |
Anti-Theft Design | Tamper-evident stitching | Biodegradable security seals | GPS-enabled tear strips |
Aroma Infusion | N/A | Lavender/tea tree oil coating | N/A |
Thermal Insulation | N/A | Recycled wool lining (optional) | Reflective foil layers |
UV Print Effects | Glow-in-the-dark ink | Plant-based fluorescent dyes | Metallic holographic prints |
Industry | Plastic Bags Use Case | Eco Bags Use Case | Polyethylene Bags Use Case |
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Art & Antiques | Dust-proof archival storage | Eco-certified artifact wraps | Climate-controlled packaging |
Marine Logistics | Saltwater-resistant cargo bags | Biodegradable buoyant packs | Sub-zero temperature storage |
Space-Saving Retail | Vacuum-seal compact bags | Fold-flat compostable pouches | Reinforced hanging displays |
Disaster Relief | Bulk emergency supply kits | Rapid-decomposition aid packs | Heavy-duty waterproof sacks |