45 results about "Lactide" patented technology

Lactide is the lactone cyclic di-ester derived from lactic acid (2-hydroxypropionic acid). With the formula (OCHCO₂)₂, it exists in three different stereoisomeric forms. All are colorless or white solids. Lactide has attracted great interest because it is derived from abundant renewable resources and is the precursor to a polymer similar to polystyrene, but biodegradable.