The research on the production of polylactic acid plastics from corn has been successful

Introduction: the National Association of Corn Growers recently announced that the research on the production of poly (L-lactide) plastics from corn has been successful The technology can turn corn into thin or granular polymers, like raw materials for plastics Polymers made from corn can be made into cloth fibers, cups, bottles, food containers, wrapping paper or carpets The American corn grower's Association says the fabric made of PLA has a silk feel and is as durable as polyester In addition, this new material can biodegrade 100% and its raw material corn is a kind of renewable resource Plastic is a big industry in America Since 1994, the national corn grower association and some state branches have funded the development and research of this new corn product, and promoted the research results to be put into large-scale commercial application The Corn Growers Association says the development of PLA and its plastics could consume 12.7 million tons of corn a year, equivalent to the level of ethanol made from corn in the United States every year Corn, which is used to make ethanol, has an added value of nearly $10 per ton It is reported that a grain company in Nebraska is about to build a factory and use this technology to start the production of plastic products next year It is estimated that the new plant will consume more than 1000 tons of corn every day and more than 350000 tons of corn every year.