Polylactic acid(PLA)
Product description:
Polylactic acid(PLA) is a biodegradable and biobased thermoplastic
polymer derived from natural resources(cornstarch). PLA is
applicable for a variety of uses including the production of
plastic films, plastic bottles, fibers, medical application, food
packing, and others.
Specification:
| Item | Unit | Typical value |
| Appearance | / | PLA pellets |
| Density | / | 1.24 |
| Moisture content | % | ≤0.04 |
| Residual lactide | % | ≤0.3 |
| MFI(190ºC/2.16kg) | g/10min | 4 |
| D(-) content | % | 4 |
| Melting Temperature | ºC | 155 |
| Glass transition temperature | ºC | 60 |
| Tensile strength | Mpa | 45 |
| Elongation at break | % | ≤5 |
Packing:
Polylactic acid (PLA) packing method is :850/900kg big bags or 25kg
small bags, filled with nitrogen for protection.
Transporation:
Polylactic acid(PLA) is strictly forbidden to use sharp tools such
as iron hooks during loading and unloading. During transportation,
the goods must not be exposed to sunlight or rain, or mixed with
sand, scrap metal, coal,ect., and not mixed with toxic, corrosive,
and flammable materials.
Store:
Polylactic acid(PLA) should be stored at ambient temperature and at
atmospheric pressure in its original packing. The product should be
stored in dry, well-ventilated areas, and it is recommended to
avoid prolonged storage under extreme temperature, direct sunlight,
or other sources of radiation. It is advisable to convert the
product within 12 months after delivery, provided appropriate
storage conditions are used.
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