Have you ever wondered how a paper cup can hold such hot coffee or chilled drinks for 20 – 30
minutes? Have you worried about how harmful a plastic cup would impact our health? If yes, then
there is a solution. Here gives a heroic entry of PLA coated cups. Wait! Again, coated cups? What is

the big deal about plastic-coated cups then? Before arriving at early judgment or prejudice, let us
know what exactly PLA-coated product refers to.
PLA refers to polylactic acid which is purely an extract of plant-based resources. It is commonly
extracted from renewable resources like bamboo and sugarcane starch. So, it is strongly considered
a perfect eco-friendly product and can be widely used in food industries, chains of restaurants, food
app takeaway containers, etc.
PLA cups are strong and bio-compostable. Here we must understand the strong difference between
PLA cups and polyethylene. Polyethylene is a type of plastic that is widely used in plastic cups, as a
coating for waterproofing, which is considered a harmful chemical and microparticle whereas PLA is
a plant-based plastic form, which is extracted from corn starch and bamboo, well not exactly a
plastic thing, and it is bio-compostable. The new users to whom PLA cups are introduced are getting
confused with polyethylene. Both are different from each other.
PLA is 100% bio-sourced and bio-compostable. How lactic acid is produced? The fermentation of
extracts from these renewable resources like corn starch, sugarcane, and bamboo produces lactic
acid. The second process is, transforming this into a monomer called lactide. The polymerization of
lactide finally comes up with PLA. PLA has gained importance recently and will be in the upcoming
years in various sectors like home (bin covers, wall paintings, curtains, wipes, napkins, paper rolls),
food industry (food packing, restaurants, hotels), hygiene (napkins, wet wipes, sanitary pads),
automotive and automobile, electronics – mobiles, laptops, and computers and so on.
Thus, PLA cups in the same context are very strong and durable and it is a perfect alternative for Pl
coated cups and bowls. Fighting against pollution and environmental plight, PLA cups can
compensate for the use of use and throw pl coated cups, and complement the environment. New
trendy PLA flower pots, 3D printed PLA pots for planting and decorating your balconies, giving you
positive vibes in the dawn and dusk.