Halfway to Technical Stereocomplex PLA Products - an Arduous Path to a Breakthrough

Stereocomplexation of the biopolymer polylactic acid offers an excellent opportunity for the production of bio-based products, which can be utilized in technical applications due to their thermal and mechanical properties. This article deals with the current prospects of cost-efficient processing from the molten state while highlighting the scientific progress and the useful research approaches required to meet this goal.