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Standard and Test Methods

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Biodegradable Poly(Lactic Acid): Synthesis, Modification, Processing and Applications

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The standards and test methods of properties of PLA have an important function as they facilitate communication between producers, authorities and consumers. This chapter provides a general overview of the biodegradability, standard and test method of properties of PLA. At first, biodegradation of PLA is reviewed, including definition of biodegradation, factors affecting the biodegradation behavior of PLA and biodegradability of PLA. Then, biodegradation standards and certification systems are introduced. Finally, some test methods are given.

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Ren, J. (2010). Standard and Test Methods. In: Biodegradable Poly(Lactic Acid): Synthesis, Modification, Processing and Applications. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-17596-1_8

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