polylactic acid

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Scope note
Thermoplastic polyester manufactured from corn starch or other renewable resources. First developed for use as a synthetic fiber during World War 2 when organic materials were in short supply. In conservation used as a protective covering for stone materials exposed outdoors.
polylactic acid
Accepted term: 18-Nov-2024