1 Biodegradable polymer compositions; polymer compounds for use in manufacture or industry; polymer compounds for use in the manufacture of oral and topical applications other than in-situ surgical implants; polymer compounds for use in the manufacture of medical implants; polymers for use in the manufacture of cosmetics, pharmaceuticals or nutraceuticals; stem cells, other than for medical or veterinary use; cell culture reagents for laboratory use; polymers for use in the manufacture of films, fibres or coatings; polymer coatings other than for paints; proteins for use in manufacture; proteins for industrial purposes; proteins for the food industry; proteins for cosmetic industry, emulsifiers; film formation compositions and preparations; chemical thickeners for use in manufacture; chemical stabilisers for use in manufacture; enzyme stabilisers; humectants; bioactive compounds for use in manufacture; fire retardant compositions and preparations; fire absorbent chemicals for the manufacture of fire resistant coatings; acidproof chemical compositions; textile-impregnating chemicals; textile - water wicking chemicals; textile - UV protection chemicals and binders; textile-waterproofing chemicals; polymer solutions; protein plastics; polymer based ingredients for cosmetic preparations; polymers and polymeric additives for use in the manufacture of pharmaceutical preparations, medical devices, plastics, cosmetics, personal care products, coatings, adhesives, and lubricants