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TerraSkin is a smooth, chalk-based paper made of mineral powder and non-toxic resin, and processed without wood or water. It can be printed on, and uses 30% less ink than regular paper because it is fiberless.
RESOURCES
TerraSkin is made from approximately 75% calcium carbonate and 25% polyethylene (HDPE) resin binder. If exposed to outdoor UV light for a prolonged amount of time, the paper will degrade back into mineral powder. It can be recycled into pellets, degraded, or incinerated( incineration releases half the CO2 of regular paper).
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
The process to create Terraskin consumes half of the energy that paper production typically consumes. Terra recycles scrap paper within their plant. Terraskin uses no wood, water, or bleach. However, the production of virgin HDPE is known to produce both air and water pollution.
HUMAN HEALTH
Terraskin is free of bleach and does not emit toxic fumes or wastewater in production. Terraskin’s MSDS no longer appears to be accessible.
SOCIAL EQUITY
Terraskin does not provide information on corporate policies or philanthropic efforts.
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