Polylactic acid (PLA) fibers

PLA

Polylactic acid (PLA) is an environmentally friendly polymer that is biotechnologically produced from renewable raw materials and is biodegradable. It is one of the polyesters and is created by combining lactic acid molecules in a polymerization process.

ADVANTAGES AND PROPERTIES OF POLYLACTIC ACID:

Biodegradable and compostable:

PLA is environmentally friendly as it is obtained from renewable resources such as corn starch, sugar cane or other plant-based materials. It is biodegradable under suitable conditions and breaks down into natural compounds such as carbon dioxide and water. PLA is also compostable, which means it can be broken down in industrial composting plants.

Renewable resource:

PLA is produced by fermentation from renewable raw materials, which reduces dependence on fossil raw materials. This makes PLA an attractive alternative to conventional petroleum-based plastics.

APPLICATIONS:

Textiles and Nonwovens:

PLA fibers can be used in various textiles such as clothing, upholstered furniture and bedding. Nonwovens made from PLA are used in wet wipes, diapers and medical products, among other things.

Biomedical Applications:

PLA is used in various biomedical applications, e.g. for surgical sutures, hot air nonwovens and face masks.

PLA is a major bioplastic on the market that represents a sustainable and biodegradable alternative to conventional plastics. Continuous research and development work is expanding its areas of application and optimizing its properties for various industries.

PLA FIBERS:

Corvay offers a range of PLA fibers in various lengths and finenesses (dtex):

  • PLA STACKED FIBERS for wipes, face masks, nonwovens, and yarns

  • PLA FIBERS for Plumbing Materials

  • PLA HOLLOW FIBERS for filling

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