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| WHEYLAYER is a 3 year R+D project that is being funded by the EC’s Seventh Framework Programme under “Research for SME Associations”. WHEYLAYER aims to develop a whey protein-coated plastic films to replace expensive polymers and increase recyclability which will enable to replace currently used synthetic oxygen-barrier layers with whey protein. It would solve a multiple environmental and productivity problems at European level: finding a valid commercial use of currently discarded whey protein, and replacing harmful chemical based plastics with a natural by-product which would safeguard the performance and enhance the recyclability of substrate film, thus adding huge value for the European packaging and food industries. |
| The WHEYLAYER project officially started on 1st NOV. 2008. The Kick Off Meeting was held in Barcelona on 11th and 12th November and was hosted by PIMEC at their offices. |
| Project Factsheet |



