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Danimer 15120 resin is a bio-based resin that meets the ASTM D-6400 standard for compostability and is designed for injection molding applications. This material is produced through Danimer Scientific’s reactive extrusion process. The resin is suitable for applications in which high heat resistance is required and can be processed on conventional equipment.

Polymer Name: Polylactic Acid (PLA)

Labeling Claims: Bio-based, Biodegradable, Food Contact Acceptable, Plant-Based, Sustainable

Processing Methods: Injection Molding

Density: 1370.0 - 1370.0 kg/m³

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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
Food Contact Applications

Danimer 15120 has also been approved for use in certain food contact applications.

  • Cutlery
  • Food Service
  • Semi durable goods
Food Contact Applications

Danimer 15120 has also been approved for use in certain food contact applications.

  • Cutlery
  • Food Service
  • Semi durable goods

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Elongation (at Break)215 - 223%ASTM D-638
Heat Deflection Temperature49 - 50°CASTM D-648
Vicat Softening Temperature110.8 - 111.2°CASTM D-1525
Melt Flow Rate (at 190 °C, 2.16 kg)20 - 22g/10 minASTM D-1238
Density1.37g/cm³ASTM D-792
Flexural Modulus1172.0MPaASTM D-790
Flexural Strength44.0MPaASTM D-790
Tensile Strength (at Break)20 - 24MPaASTM D-638
Tensile Modulus1070 - 1402MPaASTMD-638
Tensile Strength (at Yield)32.6 - 33.4MPaASTM D-638
Elongation (at Yield)3.3 - 3.9%ASTM D-638
Note

Material properties measured on injection molded samples. These values are to be considered as typical values are not to be construed as specifications. Numbers in parenthesis indicate the standard deviation of the test.

Note

Material properties measured on injection molded samples. These values are to be considered as typical values are not to be construed as specifications. Numbers in parenthesis indicate the standard deviation of the test.

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Regulatory Status
  • FDA Opinion Letter by Keller & Heckman
  • TUV Certification – Industrial Compostable
Certifications & Regulatory Status
  • FDA Opinion Letter by Keller & Heckman
  • TUV Certification – Industrial Compostable