Abstract:Biodegradable plastic can be an alternative to reduce conventional plastics which is an environmental problem because it is easy to decompose. This research aims to obtain formulas and produce of wraps and sachets from biodegradable products made from sodium alginate and to know the comparison of their quality with conventional plastics. There was five formula, the first and fifth used sodium alginate, the second until the fourth used sodium alginate mixed with cassava, corn or glutinous starch. These formulas… Show more
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