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Page 1: PLA bioplastics - Corbion · PLA bioplastics: applications & markets High heat PLA technology Improved heat resistance Good processing economics Corbion has developed a range of high

PLA bioplasticsA SIGNIFICANT CONTRIBUTOR TO GLOBAL SUSTAINABILITY

corbion.com/bioplastics

Page 2: PLA bioplastics - Corbion · PLA bioplastics: applications & markets High heat PLA technology Improved heat resistance Good processing economics Corbion has developed a range of high

Why bioplastics?Safer and more friendly for our planetPLA is made from renewable, biobased resources and has a considerably lower carbon footprint than other plastics. It is also biodegradable, leaving behind no harmful substances.

Positive business impactConsumers are becoming increasingly aware of their impact on our planet and are starting to appreciate and seek out more environmentally friendly alternatives. Bioplastics also alleviate our reliance on increasingly expensive oil-based sources.

Why PLA?100% biobasedPLA resins are 100% biobased and are made from renewable resources.

Highly efficient use of feedstocksPLA is a highly efficient plastic. To make 1kg of PLA requires just 1.6 kg of sugar. Other types of bioplastics can require significantly more natural resources to produce the same amount of end-product.

Available on an industrial scalePLA is already commercially available at an industrial scale. Contact us to make your bioplastic applications a reality.

Proven durable applicationsPLA applications have already been developed and introduced to the consumer market. These applications have proven to be successful, which attests to the competence of this polymer. Whether you are interested in molded parts, film, foam or fiber, just ask us for some sample material and we’ll be happy to assist.

Why Corbion?Advanced technology and R&DAt Corbion, we engage in ongoing R&D efforts to improve performance and sustainability of our products and processes. The breakthrough in high heat PLA performance, production of gypsum-free PLA and the use of alternative feedstocks are key focus areas for us.

Consistent high qualityCorbion has mastered the production technology to make high purity, high performance PLA resins at industrial scale.

100 years of experienceCorbion has 100 years of experience in sales, application development and industrial scale production. Corbion is the global market leader in lactic acid, lactic acid derivatives and lactides.

Global presenceWith 11 production facilities and sales offices on every continent, we are always close by to help you with your application development.

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Corbion produces high quality lactic acid, lactide and neat PLA resins (Poly Lactic Acid) using biochemical fermentation and polymerization processes. PLA can be converted into foam, film, molded plastic parts and fiber: the application possibilities are endless.

Corbion: a leading biochemical powerhouse

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Composting

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PLA and the circular economyIn the circular economy, so-called ‘waste streams’ and products at their ‘end-of-life’ form the basis for new products, instead of being disposed of. 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

� Incineration/renewable energy recovery

� Anaerobic digestion

� Feedstock recovery

Low carbon footprintPLA bioplastics offer a significantly 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.

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*Source: www.lca.plasticseurope.org & Corbion

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PLA bioplastics: applications & markets

High heat PLA technology � Improved heat resistance

� Good processing economics

Corbion has developed a range of high heat PLA compounds. This opens up a multitude of possibilities for applications that require improved heat resistance, such as coffee cups and lids.

Automotive

For interiors & under-the-hood parts.

� High heat resistance � Durable � Hydrolytic stability

Coffee at 100°C

Standard PLA Luminy® high heat PLA

Consumer electronics

Injection molded casings & housings.

� High heat resistance � Excellent surface appearance � Durable � Good impact resistance

Packaging & disposables

Yoghurt pots, coffee cups & lids, disposable serviceware.

� Transparent � Compostable � Biobased � Recyclable

Sportswear & goods

Fibers for apparel, foam for surfboards & helmets, molded parts for equipment.

� High heat resistance � Good breathability � Soft & tactile feel �Washable & durable

Corbion’s Luminy® portfolio includes a number of PLA products tailored to specific market needs and conversion processes, including:

� High heat PLA � Standard PLA � PDLA

Luminy®

PLA bioplastics for a brighter futureBiobased Compostable Innovative

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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 is actively involved in various fundamental research and

development programs to develop alternative feedstocks for

the production of PLA.

Following an intensive research project, Corbion has

succeeded in producing polymer grade lactic acid from

second generation feedstocks on demo scale, from which

PLA resin has been made. Second generation feedstocks

are those which are not suitable for human consumption,

and include plant-based materials like bagasse, corn stover,

wheat straw and wood chips.

Sustainable feedstocks

As part of our initiative to improve the sustainable sourcing of our key

raw materials, Corbion is a member of Bonsucro and SEDEX. Bonsucro is

a global, multi-stakeholder, nonprofit initiative dedicated to reducing the

environmental and social impacts of sugarcane production. At Corbion,

we use European sugar beet and Thai sugarcane as feedstock for the

production of PLA bioplastics. These are always GMO-free crops.

Sustainable agriculture

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Interested in solutions for PLA bioplastics? Go to corbion.com/bioplastics [email protected] @CorbionBioplast

© Copyright 2016 Corbion. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied, downloaded, reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical photocopied, recorded or otherwise, without permission of the publisher. No representation or warranty is made as to the truth or accuracy of 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 may be relied upon for any purpose or reason. Corbion disclaims any liability, damages, losses or other consequences suffered 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 conflict with existing patents covering any material or its use.

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Corbion in bioplastics

For the plastics industry, Corbion offers PLA resins for general purpose and high performance bioplastics. PLA

(Poly Lactic Acid) is a biobased plastic derived from renewable resources with a low carbon footprint and is used in

packaging, disposables, fibers, electronics and automotive markets. Additionally, Corbion is developing 100%

biobased FDCA for high performance PEF (Polyethylene Furanoate) resin. PEF can, for example, be used for bottle

and film applications due to its excellent barrier properties.

About Corbion

Corbion is the global market leader in lactic acid, lactic acid derivatives and lactides, and a leading company in

emulsifiers, functional enzyme blends, 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 11 production plants, in the USA, the Netherlands, Spain, Brazil and Thailand, and markets its products

through a worldwide network of sales offices and distributors. In 2015, Corbion generated annual sales of € 918.3

million and had a workforce of 1,673 employees. Corbion is listed on NYSE Euronext Amsterdam.