I guess this thread remains as a "curiosity,"
I certainly do not mean to make light of someone elses obvious distress.
But, since you mentioned it
Bix, these peanuts were advertised to be biodegradable and (in my case, & from a different supplier) even safe for consumption (assuming no
allergies). So along the line of popping plastic bubble wrap for childish amusement, I would sometimes put them in my mouth and feel them disolve for a weird sensation.
Of course,
I don't recommend this practice to others as it could be unsanitary. And I
Do Not have any known allergies to Corn Starch.
They did stick to my tongue and had a bland, unappetizing flavor, in case someone else was considering this experiment.