Method for degrading polylactide resins

Details Method for degrading polylactide resins Method for degrading polylactide resins

2007-06-26

2007-06-26

Afremova, Vera (Department: 1657)

Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology

Process of utilizing an enzyme or micro-organism to destroy...

C435S252100, C435S822000

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ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides novel microorganisms that directly biodegrade polylactide resins and plastics containing the same as well as a method therefor. Specifically, the present invention provides a method for degrading polylactide resins, wherein the polylactide resins are degraded by an actinomycete belonging to the genusSaccharothrix, Streptoalloteichus, Kibdelosporangium, Lentzea, Actinokineospora, Saccharomonospora, Saccharopolyspora, orActinopolyspora.

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