Bioplastics
PLA Eco Grade A — Polylactic Acid, Eco Grade A
PLA Eco Grade A is derived from renewable resources like corn starch and sugarcane. It is known for its excellent clarity and rigidity, making it suitable for various packaging and disposable product applications. This grade balances performance with environmental benefits.
PLAECO-PLA-A
Manufacturers
2
Grades
3
Applications
5
Equivalents
1
Physical Properties
- Density
- 1.24 g/cm³
- Water Absorption (24h)
- 0.3 %
- Transparency
- High
- Shrinkage
- 2.0 - 5.0 %
Mechanical Properties
- Young's Modulus
- 3.5 GPa
- Tensile Strength
- 55 MPa
- Elongation at Break
- 3.0 %
- Impact Strength (Izod)
- 0.2 J/cm
Thermal Properties
- Glass Transition Temperature
- 55-60 °C
- Melting Point
- 150-170 °C
- Continuous Service Temperature
- 50 °C
- Heat Deflection Temperature
- 50 °C
Electrical Properties
- Dielectric Constant
- 3.2
- Volume Resistivity
- 10¹² Ω·cm
- Dielectric Strength
- 20 kV/mm
Chemical Resistance
- Acids
- Poor resistance
- Bases
- Poor resistance
- Solvents
- Resistant to oils and greases, but swells in chlorinated hydrocarbons
- UV Resistance
- Poor
Sustainability
- Recyclability
- Compostable (industrial)
- Recycling Code
- 7 (Other)
- Carbon Footprint
- Lower than fossil-based plastics
Manufacturing compatibility
Injection MoldingExtrusionThermoforming3D Printing
Applications
Food Packaging
Disposable Cutlery
Drinkware
Consumer Goods
Textiles
Available grades
PLA-ECO-A-100PLA-ECO-A-200PLA-ECO-A-300