Main features
- 100% recycled, certified
- Bio-based: from renewable sources
- Industrially compostable
- Grade: extrusion
- Packaging: octabin
- Color: natural
- Form: granule
- High quality ensured through a controlled selection process
- Regular availability
Recommended applications
- 3D printing filaments
- Direct 3D printing (FDM)
- Compounds for green engineering polymers
- Film and sheet extrusion
- Non-food packaging
- Products for the agricultural sector (pots, clips, biodegradable elements)
- Eco-sustainable design items
- Green promotional materials
- Low environmental impact furniture components
Our R-PLA recycled granule (recycled polylactic acid) is a responsible, safe, and high-performance solution for companies committed to environmental sustainability. It is made from 100% post-industrial waste (PIR) from food packaging applications (thermoforming or film) and is CSI-certified for fully recycled content. This is a bio-based and industrially compostable material that combines technical performance with a reduced environmental impact.
Thanks to a careful selection and recycling process, Biogeo R-PLA guarantees high and consistent quality, suitable for various production and creative sectors.
Biogeo R-PLA recycled granule: practical solutions for sustainable sectors
Natural R-PLA granule is extremely versatile. In 3D printing and FDM processes, it is valued for its easy processing and excellent mechanical performance, making it ideal for rapid prototyping, gadgets, technical components, and customizations. In extrusion and injection molding, the material maintains good structural characteristics and dimensional stability, suitable for producing rigid and durable objects.
For agriculture, R-PLA is an innovative response to the growing demand for biodegradable solutions such as pots, clips, or greenhouse elements.
The design and furniture industries also find R-PLA to be a valuable resource for developing eco-friendly objects with modern finishes and environmental sensitivity.
Finally, it is an excellent choice for non-food packaging and promotional materials, especially in business contexts focused on sustainability. It is also very suitable for coloring, allowing uniform and high-quality translucent effects.
Why choose our R-PLA?
Choosing our R-PLA granule means giving new life to valuable materials, reducing environmental impact, and demonstrating a genuine commitment to the circular economy. Each granule is the result of a precise mechanical recycling process that enhances post-industrial waste while preserving the original quality of the material.
That is why more and more companies are choosing Biogeo R-PLA:
- 100% recycled and recyclable, enabling a truly sustainable production cycle
- Bio-based and compostable: ideal for sectors aiming for compostable and renewable materials
- Suitable for various processes: from compounding to 3D printing, extrusion, and molding
- Low carbon footprint and reduced environmental impact
- Competitive price without compromising on quality
- European logistics and technical support, including waste collection service upon request
- High quality and reliable performance, thanks to experience and strict control
- Transparent and traceable supply chain
Choose our R-PLA to give your products a sustainable soul, without compromising on quality, performance, and versatility.
Contact us now to request samples, personalized quotes, or more details about our R-PLA.
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