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PLA I S AN
ECO-FRIENDLY,
RENEWABLY-SOURCED,
AND BIODEGRADABLE
ALTERNATIVE
Polylactic acid (PLA) is a natural plastic substitute
made from fermented plant starch (usually
corn). It is an eco-friendly, renewably-sourced,
and biodegradable alternative to conventional
petroleum-based plastics. The increased usage
of PLA will reduce the carbon footprint of many
industries.
Corn PLA
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