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MC# 6178-04 Category Naturals

Injection moldable resin that is made from corn and milk resin. Sugar from corn or refined sugar beets is fermented to yield lactic acid. These PLA (polylactide) polymers are made up of long chains of lactic acid, which are produced by water removal and condensation reactions in a solvent-free polymerization. A biocomposite, it requires 20%-50% less fossil fuel than comparable petroleum-based plastics. It contains no VOC’s (Volatile Organic Compounds) and is abrasion resistant and biodegradable. It can be used for injection molded parts where a variety of colors and textures is possible. Applications include tableware, home electronics and toys.

Processing
Injection Molding: Yes
Extrusion: Yes
Cold Pressing/Deep Drawing: No
Blow Molding: No
Thermoforming: Yes
Lamination: No
Printable: Yes
Stitchable: No
Rotomolding: Yes
Weldable: No
Wood Working Tools: Yes
Die cut: No
Metal Working Tools: Yes
Castable: Yes

Sustainability
Biopolymers Compostable Non-toxic/non-hazardous Renewable Single or mono-materials

Usage Properties
Cradle to Cradle: N/A
Fire resistance: Low
Usage temperature: Low
Colorfastness: Medium
Wear Resistance: Medium
Water Resistance: High
Acoustics: Sound absorbing
Chemical Resistance: Medium
UV resistance: Medium
Scratch resistance: Medium
Outdoor use: No
Tear Resistance: N/A
Reflectivity: Slightly reflective,Light absorbing
Stain Resistance: High
Thermal Conductivity: Low
Physical Properties
Stiffness: Stiff
Structure: Closed
Impact Resistance: Moderate
Surface/Texture: Glossy,Matte
Transparency: Opaque
Surface Hardness: Semi-hard