NatureWorks LLC

NatureWorks is the world’s leading manufacturer of polylactic acid (PLA) bioplastic, marketed under the Ingeo brand. The company produces bio-based polymers from renewable resources.

Overview

NatureWorks was established as a joint venture between Cargill and Dow Chemical (now independent from Dow). The company operates the world’s first and largest PLA production facility in Blair, Nebraska.

Products

Ingeo Biopolymer

• Food packaging and serviceware
• Fibers for textiles and nonwovens
• 3D printing filament
• Durable goods applications

Capacity

Current annual production capacity: 150,000 tonnes, with expansion plans to reach 450,000 tonnes by 2027.

Sustainability

Ingeo biopolymer has a carbon footprint up to 75% lower than conventional plastics and is made from annually renewable resources.