PLA substrate

Green packaging is available from the co. in the form of polylactic acid (PLA), a corn-based material that can be turned into compost at commercial composting facilities. Once the contents are consumed, the container can be turned into compost. The metamorphosis from bottle to earth-friendly compost is completed in less than 12 weeks, the co. reports. PLA not only holds the same appearance as PET, the co. notes, but it can also be run in the same molds and works in thermoforming and injection-molding processes without new tooling. Suitable for oil-based products, short-shelf-life dairy products, juice and water bottles, deli trays and single-serve meals, PLA also has uses as cosmetic compacts.

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