With a new platform of Ingeo™ PLA polymers, biaxial film manufacturers can now produce BOPLA with up to 7x transverse direction stretch, enhancing processing efficiency and material performance.
This innovation enables significant cost reductions, allowing manufacturers to optimize production on existing machinery originally designed for traditional polymers like polypropylene, without the need for extensive modifications.
NatureWorks has launched Ingeo™ Extend 4950D, a cutting-edge biopolymer that enhances the production of biaxially oriented polylactic acid (BOPLA) films by enabling up to 7x transverse stretching, improving cost-effectiveness for manufacturers. This innovative material breaks down up to 8x faster than existing PLA grades, offering a more sustainable solution for packaging applications.
With enhanced heat resistance and sealing performance, Ingeo™ Extend is ideal for food packaging, including snack packs, coffee pods, and condiment packets. As demand for compostable packaging rises, this advancement helps brands meet new sustainability regulations and reduce plastic waste, supporting the transition to a biobased, compostable future.
About NatureWorks
NatureWorks is a global leader in advanced materials, specializing in biopolymers and biochemicals made from renewable resources. Its Ingeo™ biomaterials provide a sustainable, high-performance alternative to petroleum-based materials, offering cost-effective and environmentally friendly solutions.
These innovative biomaterials are utilized in a wide range of applications, from coffee capsules and tea bags to appliances and 3D printing filament. Jointly owned by GC, ASEAN’s largest integrated petrochemical and refining company, and Cargill, a global powerhouse in food, agriculture, and industrial solutions, NatureWorks is committed to driving the future of biobased innovation.