Compostable® 5000D

Compostable® 5000D by Trellis Bioplastics is a renewable, ecologically sound, biodegradable PLA (poly-lactic acid) blend resin. It exhibits an excellent balance of strength, toughness, rigidity and processability. It can be processed on existing conventional foam extrusion lines. Compostable® 5000D is recommended for foam extrusion of sheets which can be thermoformed into applications including egg cartons, meat trays, plates, bowls, and similar applications. It meets BPI (Biodegradable Products Institute www.bpiworld.com) standards for compostability (ASTM6400D99, ASTM6868) and European Bioplastics Standards (EN13432). It is listed on TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) Inventory List, Canada DSL (Domestic Substance List) Inventory List, EU EINECS (European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances) List and China inventory of Existing Chemical Substances list.