Biodegradable PLA Film
Plant-based, compostable polylactic acid films for sustainable packaging solutions.
Biodegradable PLA Film
Product Introduction
BOPLA films are produced from polylactic acid (PLA) derived from corn starch, sugar cane, and other plant-based feedstocks. The biaxial orientation process enhances the mechanical and barrier properties of PLA, making it suitable for a wide range of flexible packaging applications.
Overview
Our BOPLA (Biaxially Oriented Polylactic Acid) films represent the future of sustainable packaging. Manufactured from annually renewable plant resources, these films are certified industrially compostable and offer a genuine eco-friendly alternative to conventional polyester films without compromising on performance.
Main Applications
Eco-friendly food packaging, biodegradable labels and pouches, compostable overwrap films, sustainable snack and confectionery packaging, green cosmetics packaging, agricultural mulch films, and retail bags.
Key Features
- ✓ 100% bio-based and industrially compostable
- ✓ EN 13432 and ASTM D6400 certified
- ✓ Excellent clarity (transparent grade)
- ✓ Good printability with UV and water-based inks
- ✓ Comparable stiffness to BOPP
- ✓ Reduced carbon footprint vs. conventional films
- ✓ Suitable for food contact applications
Technical Specifications
| Property | Value / Range | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 15–40 μm | Packaging grades |
| Compostability | EN 13432 Certified | Industrial composting |
| Haze | < 5% | Transparent grade |
| Tensile Strength (MD) | ≥ 140 MPa | |
| Bio-Based Content | 100% | Renewable feedstock |
| Oxygen Barrier | Medium | Varies by grade |