Almablend: Characteristics, Applications, Products

Almablend grades are designed to satisfy functional requirements of end products and respond to technological requirements of different processes.

Almablend was created from the need to overcome the limits of traditional PLA

Bioware’s team developed different grades for specific technologies

300

Biodegradable and compostable compound for injection molding. AlmaBlend 300 is suitable for high temperature applications and has a low viscosity.

300

Injection
Molding

400

Biodegradable and compostable compound for extrusion and thermoforming . AlmaBlend 400 is suitable for high temperature applications and has a high viscosity.

400

Cast Extrusion
Thermoforming

600

Biodegradable and compostable compound for film blowing. Almablend 600 is suitable for flexible films and has high viscosity.

600

Blown Extrusion

700

Biodegradable and compostable compound injection blow molding and extrusion blowing . AlmaBlend 700 is suitable for high temperature applications and has a low viscosity.

700*

Injection Blow
Molding
*development grade

300

Biodegradable and compostable compound for injection molding. AlmaBlend 300 is suitable for high temperature applications and has a low viscosity.

300

Injection
Molding

400

Biodegradable and compostable compound for extrusion and thermoforming . AlmaBlend 400 is suitable for high temperature applications and has a high viscosity.

400

Cast Extrusion
Thermoforming

600

Biodegradable and compostable compound for film blowing. Almablend 600 is suitable for flexible films and has high viscosity.

600

Blown Extrusion

700

Biodegradable and compostable compound injection blow molding and extrusion blowing . AlmaBlend 700 is suitable for high temperature applications and has a low viscosity.

700*

Injection Blow
Molding
*development grade

Almablend® 300 is a bioplastic from renewable, biodegradable and compostable raw materials, designed for injection molding processes. Almablend® 300 and all ingredients used to produce it do not contain genetically modified organisms (GMOs).

Main characteristics

60% of Poly-lactic acid
>95% of biobased and inert materials Compostable and biobased polymer Suitable for injection molding applications Low Oxygen Transmission Rate Suitable for direct food contact

Complies with

Plastics Regulation n. 10/2011
Food Contact Material Regulation (EC) n. 1935/2004

Designed in accordance with

European Standard EN 13432

Physical properties Test Method
Density ISO 1183 1,68 g/cm3
Melt Flow Rate g/10 min (230°C / 2.16 Kg) 30-40 g/10min
Melting Temperature Differential scanning calorimetry 172-178 °C
Glass Transition Temperature Differential scanning calorimetry 58°C
Mechanical properties Test Method
Tensile Modulus ISO 527-1 2940-3250 MPa
Elongation at break ISO 527-1 17-23%
Tensile Strength ISO 527-1 48 MPa
Heat deflection temperature (amorphous) ISO 75 63-67°C
Heat deflection temperature (crystalline) ISO 75 >90°C
Charpy Impact Strength ISO 179 3,8 kJ/m2
Drying and storage recommendations

Temperature during transportation and storage must not exceed 50 °C. Storage in direct sunlight should be avoided and time in an open bag may not surpass 12 month at room temperature (23 °C). Pre-drying of the resin is strongly recommended before processing. Pre-drying conditions 50 °C for at least 5 h.

Recommended processing temperatures:
Feed Zone: 190 °C – 200 °C
Plastification-Conveying Zone: 200 °C – 210 °C
Injection Zone: 210 °C – 225 °C
Technical Data Sheet
Safety Data Sheet
Main applications
Alternate Text Coffee capsules
Alternate Text Cutlery
Alternate Text Bowls
Alternate Text Storage
Alternate Text Preforms

Almablend® 400 is a bioplastic from renewable, biodegradable and compostable raw materials, designed for cast film extrusion and thermoforming

Physical form

Pellets

Main characteristics

65% Poly-lactic acid
> 95% of biobased and inert materials Compostable and bio based polymer High thermal stability
Suitable for cast film extrusion and thermoforming Suitable for direct food contact

Application

Cast film extrusion and thermoforming

Complies with

Plastics Regulation n. 10/2011
Food Contact Material Regulation (EC) n. 1935/2004

Designed in accordance with

European Standard EN 13432

Physical properties Test Method
Density ISO 1183 1,39 g/cm3
Melt Flow Rate g/10 min (230°C / 2.16 Kg) 10-20 g/10min
Melting Temperature Differential scanning calorimetry 172-178 °C
Glass Transition Temperature Differential scanning calorimetry 59 °C
Mechanical properties Test Method
Tensile Modulus ISO 527-1 2380-2630 MPa
Elongation at break ISO 527-1 90-110%
Tensile Strength ISO 527-1 48 MPa
Heat deflection temperature (amorphous) ISO 75 65-70°C
Heat deflection temperature (crystalline) ISO 75 >90°C
Charpy Impact Strength ISO 179 3,8 kJ/m2
Drying and storage recommendations

Temperature during transportation and storage must not exceed 50 °C. Storage in direct sunlight should be avoided and time in an unopened bag may not surpass 12 month at room temperature (23 °C). Pre-drying of the resin is strongly recommended before processing. Pre-drying conditions 50 °C for at least 5 h.

Recommended processing temperatures:
Feed Zone: 150 °C – 160 °C
Mixing-Conveying Zone: 180 °C – 200 °C
Die Head temperature: 180 °C – 200 °C
Technical Data Sheet
Safety Data Sheet
Main applications
Alternate Text Microwave plates
Alternate Text Microwave plates
Alternate Text Vending cups
Alternate Text Coffee capsules

Biodegradable and compostable polymer for blown film extrusion, containing 95 % of renewable resources.

Product description

EVA600 is a compound over 60% based on compostable and biobased raw materials (produced from GMO-free feedstocks), a compostable polymer of natural origin (UNI EN 13432:2002). EVA600 consists of over 95% of renewable resources and inert materials, representing a valid alternative to petrochemical polymers.

Processing informations & reccomendations

EVA600 is a compound designed and manufactured for blown film extrusion. Recommended processing temperatures are:

  • Feed Zone: 150 °C – 160 °C;
  • Plastification-Conveying Zone: 190 °C – 210 °C;
  • Molding Zone: 225 °C.
Pre-drying at 50° for 3 h is highly recommended.

Optimal storage conditions

Temperature during storage must not exceed 50 °C. Storage in direct sunlight should be avoided and time in an open bag may not surpass 12 months at room temperature (23 °C).

Physical properties Test Method Typical value
Density ISO 1183 1,25-1,45 g/cm3
Melt Flow Rate g/10 min (210°C/2.16 Kg) 2 – 20 g/10min
Melting Temperature Differential scanning calorimetry 172-178° C
Glass Transition Temperature Differential scanning calorimetry 59-62° C
Oxygen Permeability, OTR (23°C, 0% RH) XPERT 3-30 cm3/(m2 day)
Water vapor Permeability, WVTR (23°C, 85% RH) XPERT 10-30 g/(m2 day)
Mechanical properties Test Method Typical value
Tensile Modulus ISO 527-1 2210 - 2450 MPa
Elongation at break ISO 527-1 250 - 450%
Tensile Strength ISO 527-1 47 MPa
Heat deflection temperature (amorphous) ISO 75 65-70°C
Heat deflection temperature (crystalline) ISO 75 >90°C
Charpy Impact Strength ISO 179 4 kJ/m2
Technical Data Sheet
Safety Data Sheet
Main applications
Alternate Text Bobine functional films
Alternate Text Bags
Alternate Text Top lids

Experimental material

Processing informations & reccomendations

AB700 is a compound designed and manufactured for extrusion and blow moulding. Recommended processing temperatures are:

  • Feed Zone: 190 °C – 200 °C;
  • Plastification-Conveying Zone: 200 °C – 210 °C;
  • Molding Zone: 210 °C - 225 °C.
Pre-drying at 50° for 3 h is highly recommended.

Optimal storage conditions

Temperature during storage must not exceed 50 °C. Storage in direct sunlight should be avoided and time in an open bag may not surpass 12 months at room temperature (23 °C).

Physical properties Test Method Typical value
Melt Flow Rate g/10 min (230°C/2.16 Kg) 20 – 30 g/10min
Melting Temperature Differential scanning calorimetry 172-178° C
Glass Transition Temperature Differential scanning calorimetry 56° C
Mechanical properties Test Method Typical value
Tensile Modulus ISO 527-1 2600 - 2880 MPa
Elongation at break ISO 527-1 70 - 78 %
Tensile Strength ISO 527-1 46 MPa
Heat deflection temperature (amorphous) ISO 75 65-70°C
Heat deflection temperature (crystalline) ISO 75 > 90°C
Charpy Impact Strength ISO 179 3,85 kJ/m2

Technical Data Sheet

Safety Data Sheet
Main applications
Alternate Text Bottles

300

Application: Injection Moulding

Almablend® 300 is a bioplastic from renewable, biodegradable and compostable raw materials, designed for injection molding processes. Almablend® 300 and all ingredients used to produce it do not contain genetically modified organisms (GMOs).

Main characteristics

60% of Poly-lactic acid >95% of biobased and inert materials Compostable and biobased polymer Suitable for injection molding applications Low Oxygen Transmission Rate Suitable for direct food contact

Complies with

Plastics Regulation n. 10/2011 Food Contact Material Regulation (EC) n. 1935/2004

Designed in accordance with

European Standard EN 13432

Density ISO 1183 1,68 g/cm3
Melt Flow Rate g/10 min (230°C/ 2.16 Kg) 30-40 g/10min
Melting Temperature Differential scanning calorimetry 172-178 °C
Glass Transition Temperature Differential scanning calorimetry 58°C
Tensile Modulus ISO 527-1 2940-3250 MPa
Elongation at break ISO 527-1 17-23%
Tensile Strength ISO 527-1 48 MPa
Heat deflection temperature (amorphous) ISO 75 63-67°C
Heat deflection temperature (crystalline) ISO 75 >90°C
Charpy Impact Strength ISO 179 3,8 kJ/m2
Temperature during transportation and storage must not exceed 50 °C. Storage in direct sunlight should be avoided and time in an open bag may not surpass 12 month at room temperature (23 °C). Pre-drying of the resin is strongly recommended before processing. Pre-drying conditions 50 °C for at least 5 h.
Feed Zone: 190 °C – 200 °C
Plastification-Conveying Zone: 200 °C – 210 °C
Injection Zone: 210 °C – 225 °C
Technical Data Sheet
Safety Data Sheet
Alternate Text
Main applications
Alternate Text Coffee capsules
Alternate Text Cutlery
Alternate Text Bowls
Alternate Text Storage
Alternate Text Preforms

400

Application: Cast film extrusion and thermoforming

Almablend® 400 is a bioplastic from renewable, biodegradable and compostable raw materials, designed for cast film extrusion and thermoforming

Main characteristics

65% Poly-lactic acid > 95% of biobased and inert materials Compostable and bio based polymer High thermal stability Suitable for cast film extrusion and thermoforming Suitable for direct food contact

Complies with

Plastics Regulation n. 10/2011 Food Contact Material Regulation (EC) n. 1935/2004

Designed in accordance with

European Standard EN 13432

Density ISO 1183 1,39 g/cm3
Melt Flow Rate g/10 min (230°C / 2.16 Kg) 10-20 g/10min
Melting Temperature Differential scanning calorimetry 172-178 °C
Glass Transition Temperature Differential scanning calorimetry 59 °C
Tensile Modulus ISO 527-1 2380-2630 MPa
Elongation at break ISO 527-1 90-110%
Tensile Strength ISO 527-1 48 MPa
Heat deflection temperature (amorphous) ISO 75 65-70°C
Heat deflection temperature (crystalline) ISO 75 >90°C
Charpy Impact Strength ISO 179 3,8 kJ/m2
Temperature during transportation and storage must not exceed 50 °C. Storage in direct sunlight should be avoided and time in an unopened bag may not surpass 12 month at room temperature (23 °C). Pre-drying of the resin is strongly recommended before processing. Pre-drying conditions 50 °C for at least 5 h.
Feed Zone: 150 °C – 160 °C
Plastification-Conveying Zone: 180 °C – 200 °C
Injection Zone: 180 °C – 200 °C
Technical Data Sheet
Safety Data Sheet
Alternate Text
Main applications
Alternate Text Microwave plates
Alternate Text Microwave plates
Alternate Text Vending cups
Alternate Text Coffee capsules

600

Application: Film blowing

Biodegradable and compostable polymer for blown film extrusion, containing 95 % of renewable resources.

Product description

EVA600 is a compound over 60% based on compostable and biobased raw materials (produced from GMO-free feedstocks), a compostable polymer of natural origin (UNI EN 13432:2002). EVA600 consists of over 95% of renewable resources and inert materials, representing a valid alternative to petrochemical polymers.

Processing informations & reccomendations

EVA600 is a compound designed and manufactured for blown film extrusion. Recommended processing temperatures are:

  • Feed Zone: 150 °C – 160 °C;
  • Plastification-Conveying Zone: 190 °C – 210 °C;
  • Molding Zone: 225 °C.

Pre-drying at 50° for 3 h is highly recommended.

Optimal storage conditions

Temperature during storage must not exceed 50 °C. Storage in direct sunlight should be avoided and time in an open bag may not surpass 12 months at room temperature (23 °C).

Density ISO 1183 1,25-1,45 g/cm3
Melt Flow Rate g/10 min (210°C/2.16 Kg) 2 – 20 g/10min
Melting Temperature Differential scanning calorimetry 172-178° C
Glass Transition Temperature Differential scanning calorimetry 59-62° C
Oxygen Permeability, OTR (23°C, 0% RH) XPERT 3-30 cm3/(m2 day)
Glass Transition Temperature XPERT 10-30 g/(m2 day)
Tensile Modulus ISO 527-1 2210 - 2450 MPa
Elongation at break ISO 527-1 250 - 450%
Tensile Strength ISO 527-1 47 MPa
Heat deflection temperature (amorphous) ISO 75 65-70°C
Heat deflection temperature (crystalline) ISO 75 >90°C
Charpy Impact Strength ISO 179 4 kJ/m2
Technical Data Sheet
Safety Data Sheet
Alternate Text
Main applications
Alternate Text Bobine functional films
Alternate Text Bags
Alternate Text Top lids

700*

Application: Injection blow molding, extrusion blow molding

*development grade

Processing informations & reccomendations

AB700 is a compound designed and manufactured for extrusion and blow moulding. Recommended processing temperatures are:

  • Feed Zone: 190 °C – 200 °C;
  • Plastification-Conveying Zone: 200 °C – 210 °C;
  • Injection Zone: 210 °C – 225 °C.

Pre-drying at 50° for 3 h is highly recommended.

Optimal storage conditions

Optimal storage conditions Temperature during storage must not exceed 50 °C. Storage in direct sunlight should be avoided and time in an open bag may not surpass 12 months at room temperature (23 °C).

Melt Flow Rate g/10min (230°C/2.16 Kg) 20-30 g/10min
Melting Temperature Differential scanning calorimetry 172 - 178° C
Glass Transition Temperature Differential scanning calorimetry 56° C
Tensile Modulus ISO 527-1 2600 - 2880 MPa
Elongation at break ISO 527-1 70 - 78 %
Tensile Strength ISO 527-1 46 MPa
Heat deflection temperature (amorphous) ISO 75 65-70°C
Heat deflection temperature (crystalline) ISO 75 >90°C
Charpy Impact Strength ISO 179 3,85 kJ/m2

Technical Data Sheet

Safety Data Sheet
Alternate Text
Main applications
Alternate Text Bottles