Abstract

In the production of bookbindings, the use of petrochemical-based adhesives is common. However, these adhesives have been linked to reduced product quality, difficulties in the flotation of the recycling process, and significant environmental contamination. Biopolymers represent a promising alternative to address these issues, one being the biopolymer alginate, derived from brown algae. This session investigates the suitability of this natural material as an alternative adhesive for book bindings.