The Future of Bioplastics in the Medical Industry In-house Training

Overview

This course provides a structured introduction to the evolving role of plastics in healthcare. It examines upcoming regulatory changes and market trends that will shape material selection in medical and pharmaceutical applications.

Participants will gain a clear understanding of the regulatory landscape (recycled content targets, carbon footprint reduction, critical substance restrictions, green public procurement) and the resulting implications for material compliance. The session also covers the current state and future potential of bio-based and recycled plastics in healthcare, their strengths and limitations regarding product performance, patient safety, availability, and compliance with standards such as VDI 2017 for medical grade plastics. Practical distinctions between mass balance and physically bio-based approaches are explained, along with their relevance for different types of development projects – from material changes in existing products to the design of new devices and packaging.

 

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Benefits of attending

• Understand upcoming regulatory and market drivers affecting plastic use in healthcare
• Gain clarity on compliance requirements for sustainable materials under VDI 2017 and related frameworks
• Learn how bio-based and recycled plastics perform in terms of safety, availability, and quality standards
• Distinguish between mass balance and segregated feedstock approaches and their practical implications
• Identify opportunities and challenges for integrating sustainable materials into existing and new product development

Who should attend?

• R&D and product development professionals in medical technology, pharmaceuticals, and diagnostics
• Regulatory affairs and material compliance specialists
• Procurement and sustainability managers in healthcare supply chains
• Quality assurance and risk management professionals working with medical plastics
• Business development and strategy personnel evaluating sustainable product portfolios