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| Attribute | Typical Values | Notes / Standards |
|---|---|---|
| Product type | Monolayer PLA bottles produced by injection stretch blow molding or extrusion blow molding | Common for cold beverages, personal care, and light-duty liquid packaging |
| Typical capacities (mL) | 50, 100, 250, 500, 1000 | Sizes chosen according to market segment and fill-line compatibility |
| Wall thickness (mm) | 0.3 – 1.2 mm (dependent on size and strength requirements) | Optimized for weight, drop resistance and barrier needs |
| Typical bottle weight (g) | 8 – 45 g (varies with capacity and wall thickness) | Lower weights for lightweighting; must meet drop and transport tests |
| Material composition | PLA (polylactic acid) grades; monomer purity & additives vary by grade | Blends with PBS or additives may be used to improve toughness; select food-contact grades where required |
| Mechanical properties | Tensile strength ~45–60 MPa; elongation at break ~3–20% (grade dependent) | Properties vary with crystallinity and processing; impact resistance lower than PET |
| Thermal properties | Glass transition 55–65 °C; melting 150–170 °C | Not suitable for sustained hot-fill above ~50–60 °C unless special heat-stable grades used |
| Barrier performance | Moderate oxygen and moisture barrier; OTR higher than some engineered polymers | Barrier can be improved with coatings, liners or multilayer solutions (if required) |
| Manufacturing steps | Concept → CAD → Prototyping (3D print) → Tooling → Samples → Pre-production → Mass production → QC → Packaging | Iterative prototyping reduces risk; tooling accuracy crucial for neck finish and sealing |
| Typical lead times | Concept to prototype: 2–6 weeks; Tooling: 4–10 weeks; Sample approval: 1–3 weeks; Production run: 2–6 weeks | Total calendar time depends on complexity, number of cavities, and seasonal demand |
| Production capacity (per line) | Small bottles: up to 2,000–8,000 bottles/day; larger bottles: lower output per line | Throughput varies by machine, cavity count and cycle time |
| Yield & defect rates | Typical yield 92–99%; common defects: short shots, distortion, cosmetic marks | Higher complexity or thin walls increase defect risk; QC mitigates issues |
| Quality & compliance | Relevant standards: ISO 9001, ISO 14001; compostability: ASTM D6400 / EN 13432; food-contact compliance achievable | Certificates depend on selected material grade and testing labs |
| Sustainability metrics | Biobased content typically ~100% PLA; indicative cradle-to-gate CO2e ~1.5–3.0 kg CO2e/kg PLA | Values vary by feedstock, energy mix and process efficiencies; industrial compostability requires proper facilities |
| End-of-life | Industrial composting recommended; limited compatibility with conventional PET recycling streams | Chemical recycling and specialized PLA streams are emerging options |
| Testing & QC tests | Leak test, drop test, dimensional inspection, FTIR/DSC for material ID, compostability tests | Batch traceability and incoming material checks recommended |
| Packaging for shipment | Nested or layer-separated in cartons; pallets stretch-wrapped with edge protection | Temperature control advised in hot climates; protective packaging reduces transit damage |
| Typical tolerances | Dimensional tolerance ±0.2–0.5 mm; neck finish per customer specification (e.g., common 28 mm closure patterns) | Tighter tolerances impact tooling complexity and cost |
| Customer sample requirements | 2D drawings, 3D CAD/STEP, target material spec, expected fill temperature and shelf-life | Clear specs reduce iteration time and tooling revisions |
| Typical applications | Cold beverages, skincare and cosmetic liquids, dry goods and sample containers | Select grade and design according to barrier and durability needs |