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The document discusses the importance of packaging in food safety and the environmental issues caused by plastic packaging. It introduces abaca fibers and recycled paper as eco-friendly alternatives for creating biodegradable egg trays. The study aims to develop a strong, functional egg tray using these materials to reduce plastic waste and support the local abaca industry.

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Introduction-WPS Office

The document discusses the importance of packaging in food safety and the environmental issues caused by plastic packaging. It introduces abaca fibers and recycled paper as eco-friendly alternatives for creating biodegradable egg trays. The study aims to develop a strong, functional egg tray using these materials to reduce plastic waste and support the local abaca industry.

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Introduction

Introduction

Packaging is very important because it helps keep food safe, fresh, and protected while being
transported. Without proper packaging, food could get damaged or spoiled easily, making it harder to
store and sell (Brody et al., 2008). Most packaging today is made of plastic because it is cheap and
durable. However, plastic is a big problem for the environment since it takes hundreds of years to break
down and often ends up in landfills or the ocean, harming animals and ecosystems (Prasad et al., 2023).
Because of this, many researchers are looking for eco-friendly alternatives to plastic packaging.

One promising material for biodegradable packaging is abaca (Musa textilis), a type of fiber plant found
in the Philippines. Abaca is strong, flexible, and decomposes naturally, making it a good option for
environmentally friendly packaging (Richman, 2002). It has been used for making ropes, bags, furniture,
and even paper (Saragih et al., 2018). Another material that can help reduce waste is recycled paper.
Instead of throwing away used paper, it can be processed and reused for new products like food
packaging (Valdes et al., 2014).

This study focuses on making an eco-friendly egg tray using abaca fibers—Sinupnit, Bandala, and
Ginuphan—combined with waste paper. The goal is to see if these materials can create a strong and
functional egg tray that can replace commercial plastic ones. The study will test how durable the tray is,
how well it protects eggs, and how resistant it is to water.

By developing a biodegradable egg tray, this research hopes to help reduce plastic waste and promote
the use of sustainable materials. It will also support the local abaca industry by finding new ways to use
its fibers. Lastly, this study can serve as a reference for future research on biodegradable packaging
solutions, which are becoming more important as countries try to reduce their plastic waste.

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