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8/10/2019 Corbionpurac Bioplastics Brochure
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PLAbioplasticsA SIGNIFICANT CONTRIBUTOR TO GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY
corbion.com/bioplastics
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Why bioplastics?Safer and more friendly for our planet
PLA is made from renewable, biobased resources and has aconsiderably lower carbon footprint than other plastics. It isalso biodegradable, leaving behind no harmful substances.
Positive business impact
Consumers are becoming increasingly aware of their impacton our planet and are starting to appreciate and seek outmore environmentally friendly alternatives. Bioplastics alsoalleviate our reliance on increasingly expensive oil-basedsources.
Why PLA?100% biobased
PLA resin is 100% biobased and is made from renewableresources.
Highly efficient use of feedstocks
PLA is a highly ecient plastic. To make 1kg of PLA requires
just 1.6kg of sugar. Other types of bioplastics can requiresignicantly more natural resources to produce the sameamount of end-product.
Available on an industrial scale
PLA is already available at an industrial scale and doesnot require the start-up investment and timeframesso commonly associated with new polymers. Togetherwith our partners, we can help you make your bioplasticapplications a reality.
Proven durable applications
PLA applications have already been developed andintroduced to the consumer market. These applicationshave proven to be successful, which attests to thecompetence of this polymer. Whether you are interested
in molded parts, lm, foam or ber, just ask us for somesample material and well be happy to assist.
Why Corbion Purac?Advanced technology and R&D
At Corbion Purac, we engage in ongoing R&D eorts toimprove performance and sustainability of our productsand processes. The breakthrough in high heat PLAperformance, production of gypsum-free PLA and the useof alternative feedstocks are key focus areas for us.
Consistent high quality
Corbion Purac has mastered the production technology to
make high purity, high performance Lactides at industrialscale.
100 years of experience
Corbion has 100 years of experience in sales, applicationdevelopment and industrial scale production. CorbionPurac is the global market leader in lactic acid, lactic acidderivatives and lactides.
Global presence
With 10 production facilities and sales oces on everycontinent, we are always close by to help you with yourapplication development.
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Corbion Purac produces high quality
lactic acid and lactide using a
biochemical fermentation process.
Our partners convert this lactide
into PLA (Poly Lactic Acid) resin,
which forms the basis for your PLAapplications. PLA can be converted
into foam, lm, molded
plastic parts and
ber:
the application
possibilities are
endless.
Corbion Purac:a leading
biochemicalpowerhouse
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Composting
PLA applications
C02absorption through photosynthesis
Energyrecovery Lactide &
PLA resin
Recycle
CO2
CO2
CO2 CO2
Sugarcane
A cradle to cradle lifecycleThe Cradle to Cradle framework moves beyond the traditional
goal of reducing the negative impact of commerce (eco-
eciency), to a new paradigm of increasing its positive
impact (eco-eectiveness). This more comprehensive,sustainable approach replaces the linear economy with a
circular, biobased economy where products are produced
from sustainable, natural resources and are re-used and
recycled as much as possible. At their end-of-life, these
products then have a range of options to transform them
back into feedstock for new, added value product life cycles.
Multiple end-of-life options:
Recycle and reuse Compost/biodegrade
Incinerate/renewable energy recovery
Anaerobic digestion
Feedstock recovery
Low carbon footprintPLA bioplastic oers a signicantly reduced carbon footprint
versus traditional oil-based plastics.
This is important for the health of our planet and is a growing
concern amongst consumers, who are examining the
sustainability aspects of their purchases ever more critically.
As media attention increases and regulatory activity gains
momentum, biocontent in plastic will become a more and
more relevant issue for producers to address.0.0
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PET
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PLA targetfor 2016
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Emissions from production of common polymers *
(kg CO2eq per kg of polymer cradle to gate )
*Source: www.lca.plasticseurope.org & Corbion Purac
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PLA bioplastics:
applications & markets
High heat PLA technology
Improved heat stability
Good processing economics
Corbion Purac has developed a range of high heat PLA blends.
This opens up a multitude of possibilities for applications that
require improved heat resistance, such as coee cups and lids.
Automotive
For interiors &
under-the-hood parts.
High heat resistance
Durable
Hydrolytic stability
Coffee at 100C
Amorphous PLA PLA homopolymersbased on PURALACT
Consumer goods
Sunglasses, serviceware,toys.
High heat resistance
Excellent surface
appearance
Durable
Good impact resistance
Consumer electronics
Injection molded casings &
housings.
High heat resistance
Excellent surface
appearance
Durable
Good impact resistance
Packaging & disposables
Yoghurt pots, coee cups &
lids, disposable serviceware.
Transparent
Compostable
Biobased & recyclable
Building & construction
Foam for insulation, bersfor carpets & furnishings.
High heat resistance
Durable
Weavable
Sportswear & goods
Fibers for apparel, foam for
suroards & helmets,
molded parts forequipment.
High heat resistance
Good breathability
Soft & tactile feel
Washable & durable
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Sustainability is embedded in our long term strategy and
business practices. It is based on balancing the elements of
People, Planet and Profit in all that we do. We are working
towards our objectives in the areas of energy, water, waste,
packaging and procurement. By engaging with partners and
stakeholders, we aim to increase sustainability throughout
our value chain.
Sustainable business practices
Corbion Purac is actively involved in various fundamental
research and development programs to develop
cellulose-based, non-food raw materials into a sustainable
feedstock for PLA. Corbion Purac is investigating some
specific, currently available, by-product streams that can
be used as PLA feedstock.
Corbion Purac is committed to having a pilot facility using
these alternative feedstocks in the near future.
Sustainable feedstocks
As part of our sustainable sourcing initiative, Corbion Purac is
a member of Bonsucro and SEDEX. Bonsucro is a global, multi-
stakeholder, nonprofit initiative dedicated to reducing the
environmental and social impacts of sugar cane production.
Corbion Purac exclusively uses GMO-free feedstocks to produce
its PLA monomers.
Sustainable agriculture
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Global presence
Bioplastics
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Corbion in bioplastics
For the plastics industry, Corbion Purac oers lactide resins for high performance PLA bioplastics. PLA (Poly Lactic
Acid) is a biobased plastic with a low carbon footprint and is used in packaging, disposables, bers, electronicsand automotive markets.
About Corbion
Corbion is the global market leader in lactic acid, lactic acid derivatives and lactides, and a leading company in
functional blends containing enzymes, emulsiers, minerals and vitamins. The company delivers high
performance biobased products made from renewable resources and applied in global markets such as bakery,
meat, pharmaceuticals and medical devices, home and personal care, packaging, automotive, coatings and
coating resins. Corbion operates 10 production plants, in the USA, the Netherlands, Spain, Brazil and Thailand, and
markets its products through a worldwide network of sales oces and distributors. In 2012, Corbion generated
annual sales of 753 million and had a workforce of 1,800 employees.
Interested in solutions for PLA bioplastics? Go to corbion.com/bioplastics bioplastics@corbion.com @CorbionBioplast
Copyright 2013 Corbion. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied, downloaded, reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form byany means, electronic, mechanical photocopied, recorded or otherwise, without permission of the publisher. No representation or warranty is made as to the truth or accuracyof any data, information or opinions contained herein or as to their suitability for any purpose, condition or application. None of the data, information or opinions herein maybe relied upon for any purpose or reason. Corbion disclaims any liability, damages, losses or other consequences suered or incurred in connection with the use of the data,information or opinions contained herein. In addition, nothing contained herein shall be construed as a recommendation to use any products in conict with existing patentscovering any material or its use.
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