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PLA

Green alternative to traditional plastics. Biodegradable and made from renewable resources.
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Polylactic acid or polylactide (PLA) plastic is a biodegradable material made from renewable resources. Commonly used to produce films and bottles, PLA plastic is cost effective and readily available.


  • Biodegradable

  • Cost Effective

  • High in Strength and Modulus


Polylactic acid or polylactide (PLA) is a thermoplastic made from renewable resources. Depending on the region it is produced in, these resources could include; corn starch, tapioca roots or sugarcane. Commonly used in the food and beverage industry, PLA plastic can be used to wrap eco-sensitive food products. PLA plastic is not heat resistant, meaning it melts making it ideal for creating shrink wraps for food packaging.


Plastic Recycling Chart:

AbbreviationPET or PETEHDPEPVCLDPEPPPSOTHERPLA
Polymer Name

Polyethylen

Terephthalate

High-Density

Polyethylene

Polyvinyl

Chloride

Low-Density

Polyethylene

PolypropylenePolystyreneAll Other PlasticsPolylactic Acid
Recyclable

Commonl

Recycled

Commonly

Recycled

Somethims

Recycled

Somethims

Recycle

Occasionally

Recycled

Commonly

Recycled

(but diffcult to do)

Difficult to

Recycle

Compostable
% Recycled Annually36%30~35%<1%6%3%34%LowLow

Time to

Decompose

5~10 years100 yearsnever500~1000 years20~30 years50 yearsnever6 months
Toxicity LevelHighLowHighLowLowHighHigh-

Max

Temperature

70°C (158°F)120°C (248°F)70°C (158°F)80°C (176°F)135°C (275°F)90°C (194°F)135°C (275°F)150°C (302°F)

Brittleness

Temperature

-40°C (-40°F)-100°C (-148°F)-30°C (-22°F)-100°C (-148°F)0°C (32°F)-20°C (-4°F)-135°C (-211°F)60°C (140°F)


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