In this guide, we will explore:
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To understand cPLA and tPLA, you have to know a little about PLA, or polylactic acid.
PLA products are bio-based and biodegradable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics. They are manufactured from any fermentable sugar, usually corn. PLA provides a much-needed eco-friendly alternative to petroleum-based plastics. For a deeper dive on PLA, check out our PLA Guide.
PLA is a comparable, environmentally-friendly alternative to traditional plastics. However because its made from corn and not oil-based materials, rigidity and heat resistance isn&#;t as high as that of conventional plastics. Conventional plastics come in a wide variety of numbered types with different properties for various applications.
This is why cPLA and tPLA were developed.
These two variations on PLA strengthen PLA&#;s weaknesses while offering the same benefits.
cPLA = C
rystallized PLA
.
It&#;s processed by applying high pressure and heat to PLA, chalk, and other biodegradable and bio-based additives. This causes the material to crystallize, resulting in a harder product that&#;s less susceptible to heat degradation.
CPLA lids
are commonly used for coffee cups.
tPLA = T
alc-injected PLA
iscreated by combining the two materials at a ratio usually around
70% PLA
and
30% talc
. Talc is a natural mineral with very high thermal stability that helps PLA mold into harder more heat resistant materials. For that reason,
tPLA utensils
are a common eco-friendly option. Talc is not renewable but it is
an abundant natural resource
.
What are the environmental benefits of tPLA and cPLA packaging products?
Like PLA, these two materials require 65% less energy to produce than traditional plastics. They also compost completely in industrial composting facilities.
1. Biodegradable &#; PLA meets international standards for biodegradability as it is a plant based material. Both tPLA and cPLA will naturally degrade over time. Like PLA, both varieties will decompose faster in a commercial composting facility.
2. Compostable &#; tPLA is 100% compostable in 3&#;6 months in a commercial facility. cPLA is 100% compostable in 2&#;4 months in a commercial facility.
3. No toxic fumes &#; Unlike traditional plastics, these two options won&#;t emit toxic fumes during incineration.
The food packaging benefits of tPLA:
The food packaging benefits of cPLA:
Can withstand temperatures up to 180°F
Are tPLA or cPLA food packaging products right for my business?
If you currently use the following items and you&#;re passionate about providing eco-friendly packaging products, then tPLA and cPLA are terrific options for you:
We offer a large variety of free samples of these products and many more for you to try before buying full cases. To learn more about Good Start Packaging&#;s cost-effective PLA and other environmentally friendly products, please reach out!
It&#;s no doubt that price is a key factor but not the only one that determines in a deal. There are 9 Abouts that must be considered when you plan to buy catering cutlery for your business from a manufacturer (hereby taking QUANHUA as an example).
1 About CPLA Cutlery&#;s Raw Material (Source)
CPLA is short for crystallized polylactic acid, which is made from 100% nature and renewable resources,Plastic-free, BPA-free.
PLA: PolyLactic Acid, heat resistantance up to 45&#;
CPLA: Crystallized PLA , heat resistantance up to 80&#;
TPLA: PLA70% +30% Talc , heat resistantance up to 80&#;
Both PLA and CPLA/TPLA is 100% bio-degradable & compostable.
Besides, there&#;s still needs of corn starch cutlery, which we call it as PSM cutlery. PSM: 50%~60% plant starch material plus 40%~50% PP, heat resistantance up to 90&#;
Special note, pls, PSM is NOT biodegradable, NOT Compostable;
2 About Certification (Quality Proof)
For food-contact cutlery, it&#;s a must to get certification and approval before entering the market. Currently, certificates available in QUANHUA are listing below:
Products Certification:
BRC/BRCGS (EN), BPI ( ASTM D or D), DIN CERTCO, OK Compost, HACCP, GMP, Food-Contact Safe Test Report, etc.
Brand of Audit:
audited by Silliker, NSF, SGS, Costco,Interket, TUV, etc.
Factory Certification:
ISO, ISO, ISO,etc.
Are you interested in learning more about what is cpla plastic? Contact us today to secure an expert consultation!
Certificates can be shown in PDF or to check online for your convenience.
3 About CPLA Cutlery Characteristics (Product Know-How)
You can see and touch to feel the quality of the cutlery, however, there&#;s still some more that need to know by test, for examples, why talc powder should be included for CPLA cutlery? It is to adds strength and heat tolerance.
* Much strong quality
* 6", 6.5", 7" series; heavy-duty series, light-weight series, etc.
* Color:Black,White available, other colors can be customized too
4 About Packages&Printings (Appearance)
Bulk Pack: 50 pcs × 20bags = 1,000pcs/Master Carton
Retail Packaging (Specialized Package):
1. Inner Pack: by bio bags or kraft paper bags, with/without printings, with/without napkins...
2. Master Carton: as customer demand
5 About Production Capacity(Lead Time)
* Accept OEM and provide ODM
* High Productivity:
Generally, to be calculated by 40HQ, our weekly capacity is 10~12 containers;
Normally, the lead time is 2 to 3 weeks per order, which is also depending on the production plan.
6 About Profession & Experiences(Reliability)
With 15 years experiences in the disposable cutlery industry, QUANHUA can provide services of:
in-house design,
prototype development,
mass production tooling,
PLA film production,
film and paper printing, etc.; .
Besides, we have a team with rich experiences of export operation and after sales services.
7 About Payment Terms (Transaction)
We can accept payment by T/T or irrevocable L/C at sight.
Samples: Free of charge, but freight-collected;
Trial Orders: 100% full payment before delivery;
Mass Production Orders: 40% prepayment, balance before delivery;
Tooling Cost: 100% prepayment before tooling after order confirmed.
8 About Delivery&Shipment (Transportation)
Generally, there are 3 main delivery ways as below for our CPLA cutlery products, depending on the order quantity (gross weight and CBM).
1 By Express ------DAP / DDU
Door to door delivery (excluding tax)
Destination Country should be known to get express cost
(Special note pls: Except for a few remote areas, such as Australia and Iceland, which have more remote areas, and express cost are different to the middle U.S., East U.S. and West U.S. in the United States.)
2 By Air Delivery ------FOB/FCR/CIF
Airport to airport delivery, (excluding tax)
Destination airport needed to get air delivery cost
3 By Sea Shipment ------FOB/FCR/CIF
Port to port delivery (excluding tax.)
Destination sea port needed to get sea shipment cost
Of course, more delivery methods can be discussed to meet your needs.
9 About After-sales Services ( Service)
Our cutlery is single-use, while our service is life-long.
Any feedback will be high-appreciated, respected and responded in a quickest time. It&#;s our motivation to get the satisfaction from our customer and the end user. In other words, we grow together!
For more disposable plastic cutlery supplierinformation, please contact us. We will provide professional answers.