5000 Series

for compostable profile extrusion

The Natur-Tec^® 5000 series is a platform of biobased and compostable polymer resin compounds designed specifically for sheet extrusion used in thermoforming applications, and compostable profile extrusion applications such as compostable plastic straws. Natur-Tec^® resins are certified fully compostable according to the stringent requirements of international standards for compostable plastics, including ASTM D6400, EN13432, and ISO 17088, and provide an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional plastics.

Our 5000 series resins are engineered for high performance and can be easily processed on standard extrusion equipment.

Features

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100% compostable, and meets requirements of ASTM D6400 and EN13432
Up to 75% biobased as measured by ASTM D6866 and EN16785
Approved for direct food contact and contains no heavy metals
Strong and flexible finished products
A total platform solution from a supply chain you can trust

5000 Series Grades

The Natur-Tec^® 5000 Series is engineered for improved flexibility, higher melt strength, and extended shelf life.

Natur-Tec^® BF5001-X

Grade Specific Features

Contains at least 75% biocontent per ASTM D6866 and EN16785
Formulated to reduce brittleness and improve flexibility of PLA straws allowing for the manufacture of straight, bent, and accordion folded straws without cracking
- Capable of producing 350-500 units/min depending on thickness
- Certified by the BPI and TÜV Austria up to 279 microns
Innovative masterbatching approach maintains molecular weight of the resin compound, thereby improving mechanical strength of the finished product
Designed for improved impact strength & flexibility of PLA sheets used in thermoforming and other applications. Certified by the BPI and TÜV Austria up to 559 microns thickness
Allows for deep draw thermoforming such as needed for cups