Polylactic acid (PLA)

A polyester often made from renewable feedstocks. Bio-based origin does not establish outdoor durability or degradation under ordinary garden conditions. Names and abbreviations: polylactide. Related terms: Polyvinyl chloride (PVC); UV stabiliser. Sources: https://research.fs.usda.gov/download/treesearch/42497.pdf, https://research.fs.usda.gov/treesearch/36721