# Plastic Books UFSCAR and Vitopel Brasil Team Up to Create Recyclable Synthetic Paper By Meghan Young | Published 2010-05-12 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plastic-books References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2010/05/plastic-books-on-the-rise-in-brazil.html) & [vitopel](http://www.vitopel.com/) Here I was thinking that Canada was amazing for adopting Australia's plastic money, and now it seems that Brazil is topping it off by producing plastic books. Made from [100% recycled plastic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/know-new-plastic), PSFK says that this novel process is similar to the production of bioriented polypropylene film, which is used in labels and snack packages. Created by UFSCAR (São Carlos’ [Federal University](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tubiform-solar-oven)) and Vitopel Brasil, these plastic books will feature [synthetic paper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dehydrating-book) that requires 20% less ink. Waterproof and tear-proof, it will simply feel like regular paper that has been coated. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Recyclable Synthetic Paper:** Opportunity to develop new environmentally friendly materials for various industries, such as packaging and printing. - **Plastic Books:** Potential to disrupt the publishing industry by offering durable and waterproof alternatives to traditional paper books. - **Reduction of Ink Usage:** Innovation opportunity to create more efficient printing processes and reduce ink consumption in publishing and advertising sectors. ### Where This Applies - **Packaging:** Opportunity for sustainable packaging solutions using recyclable synthetic paper. - **Printing:** Application of synthetic paper in the printing industry for durable and tear-proof materials. - **Publishing:** Chance to revolutionize the publishing industry with waterproof and long-lasting plastic books. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Upcycled Building Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plaex-building-systems-inc.md) - [Bio-Based Paper Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-food-packaging.md) - [Recycled Plastic Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bristol-plastic-factory.md) - [Eco-Friendly Paper Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stora-enso.md) - [Sustainable Eraser Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maped.md) - [Paper-Based Recyclable Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recoflex.md) - [Plant-Based Plastic Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-pet-bottle.md) - [Adaptable Plastic Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2m-group.md) - [Sustainable Synthetic Leathers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basf.md)