Analysis on Binary Marginal Characteristics of Chinese Bamboo and Rattan Products Export

[Objectives]To analyze the changes of export binary margins of Chinese bamboo rattan products,so as to clarify its export model,and further promote the healthy development growth of Chinese bamboo rattan products export.[Methods]Based on the export trade data of bamboo and rattan products from 2008 to 2018 in UN Comtrade database,the binary marginal decomposition method was employed to analyze the export growth pattern of bamboo and rattan products between China and 22 major trading partners.[Results]This paper shows that the export growth pattern of bamboo and rattan products between China and the target countries during the investigation period was dominated by extensive margin,supplemented by intensive margin,indicating that the export growth of Bamboo and rattan products is mainly driven by the increase of export types of bamboo and rattan products,and the potential of export intensive margin needs to be further explored.[Conclusions]It is necessary to continuously increase export type of bamboo rattan products,build an information platform for bamboo rattan trade,and strengthen the ability of dealing with trade barriers,and strengthening technology innovation of bamboo and rattan industry,so as to improve added value of bamboo and rattan products,and form an intensive model of export growth of bamboo rattan products.

Grading of products utilizing bamboo as a substitute for plastic based on environmental effects

To achieve sustainable development goals,mitigate plastic pollution,and promote eco-friendly products,it is crucial to identify key products in the bamboo as a substitute for plastic(BSP)industry and assess their environmental effects.This study proposed a novel evaluation method for the environmental effect of bamboo as a substitute for plastic(EBSP).It focused on the contributions of BSP products in reducing plastic pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.We established a set of EBSP evaluation indicators and developed a grading model,evaluating 30 typical BSP products across six categories.The results showed that the EBSP evaluation model,based on the emission reduction rate of substitution(ERRS),substitution rate of material(SRM),and product renewal ratio(PRR),can accurately quantify the environmental benefits of BSP products.This model has successfully facilitated precise quantification of the EBSP and established a rational and effective grading system for BSP products.The results also demonstrated that the average EBSP ranking across the six categories of BSP products,in descending order,is:disposable bamboo products,bamboo household goods,bamboo packaging products,bamboo engineering materials,bamboo furniture products,and bamboo craft products.Specifically,disposable bamboo products scored an EBSP 1.96 times the overall average,indicating significant environmental benefits.The PRR emerged as a critical factor influencing EBSP.Among BSP products with the same lifespan,those with higher substitution emission reduction efficiency offered more pronounced environmental benefits.Ultimately,the BSP industry should strategically prioritize disposable bamboo products,such as bamboo toothbrushes,cutlery,and lunch boxes.These products should be the primary focus of policy support and central to efforts in product development,design innovation,and market promotion.