Disposable plastic cutlery made from cornstarch is a type of biodegradable cutlery that is designed to be more environmentally friendly than traditional plastic cutlery. It is made from a bioplastic called polylactic acid (PLA), which is derived from cornstarch or other plant-based materials. The manufacturing process involves extracting the starch from corn or other plants and converting it into lactic acid. This lactic acid is then polymerized to form PLA, which can be molded into various shapes, including cutlery. The main advantage of cornstarch-based cutlery is its biodegradability. When disposed of properly, it can break down into natural components, such as water, carbon dioxide, and biomass, within a few months to a few years, depending on the environmental conditions. This is in contrast to traditional plastic cutlery, which can take hundreds of years to decompose. Cornstarch-based cutlery also has a lower carbon footprint compared to traditional plastic cutlery. The produc…
