FUTERRO Information

Futerro is a pioneer in sustainable bioplastics, leading the development and production of lactic acid, lactide and Poly-Lactic Acid (PLA), a compostable and bio-based plastic, since 1992. Officially launched in 2007, Futerro combines decades of research with industrial expertise to deliver innovative, bio-based solutions that replace fossil-based plastics in everyday life. Our flagship PLA solution, Futeon™, offers high-performance grades for a wide range of applications: from packaging and consumer goods to fibers & non-woven, automotive, and 3D printing... With an annual capacity of 100,000 tons, Futerro operates one of the world’s largest PLA production facilities and ranks as the second-largest PLA producer globally. We continuously upgrade our processes to deliver PLA with improved properties, supporting customers in their industrial, ecological, and sustainable transition. Futerro is the only company worldwide to master the entire PLA value chain: ✔ Fermentation of sugars into lactic acid ✔ Polymerization into PLA ✔ End-of-life management through Loopla™, our patented chemical recycling technology Looking ahead, Futerro plans to build a new integrated biorefinery in France by maximum 2029, further expanding our capacity and accelerating the global transition to sustainable materials. Join us in shaping a greener, more resilient future with bio-based solutions.