In the world of industrial adhesives, two of the most commonly used options for paper-based packaging are starch and dextrin glues. While both are eco-friendly, biodegradable, and offer excellent bonding properties, they differ significantly in their composition, uses, and performance characteristics. In this blog, we’ll explore what makes starch and dextrin glues unique, their applications, and when one might be preferred over the other.

The world is currently choked with plastics: eight million metric tons of plastic are dumped into the ocean every year¹, and if this trend continues, an estimated 12 billion tons of plastic waste will be present in the environment by 2050². Recycling, properly disposing, and preventing this waste from happening is key. 

Eco-friendliness is an evolving conversation in many industries, including publishing. Over the years, paper mills, publishers, printers, and authors have attempted to minimize the environmental impact of publishing books without reducing the quality. 

More companies are seeking to find greener alternatives in their manufacturing methods, and many are curious about the capabilities of plastic-free glues.