Can the compostability of Luminy® PLA be a solution to conventional plastics pollution?
The issue of plastic pollution, especially marine pollution, is taken very seriously by TotalEnergies Corbion. We believe that this problem requires many solutions and that producers should design their products with a realistic end-of-life in mind. While more thoughtful product design and effective waste streams are the real solution to the problem, the biodegradability of […]
Does PLA create microplastics?
According to a recent meta-study by HYDRA Marine Sciences, commissioned by Holland Bioplastics, PLA fully hydrolyzes in water or humid conditions, leaving no persistent nano- or microplastics behind. This confirms PLA as an environmentally responsible material that does not contribute to long-term plastic pollution.
Does composting Luminy® PLA affect the compost?
According to a recent study by Chaire CoPack, in partnership with AgroParisTech and the University of Montpellier, the certified EN13432 compostable bioplastics, including Luminy® PLA, fully biodegrade in industrial composting facilities. The study also found that the bioplastics positively affected the composting yield, did not have any negative consequences on the agronomic quality of the […]
Can Luminy® PLA be composted?
Yes, Luminy® PLA is biodegradable, meaning it can be industrially composted and broken down into water, CO₂, and biomass, meeting EN 13432 and ASTM D6400 standards. That biomass can then be used as fertilizer. Compostable bioplastics are especially useful for products like food containers and bags, where separating plastic from organic waste is challenging. Luminy® […]
Can Luminy® PLA be recycled?
Yes, Luminy® PLA is fully recyclable through both mechanical and advanced recycling (depolymerization) methods. We actively work with customers to create closed-loop systems, collecting and recycling PLA products from events, hotels, sports competitions, and post-industrial waste streams. Recycled Luminy® PLA grades (rPLA) are also available with 20%, 30%, and 100% allocated recycled content. Thanks to […]