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CPLA Compostable Cutlery Set vs PPSU Reusable Hot-Meal Rotable Casserole

Spec comparison for two products on Aviation Souk. Both compete in In-Flight Catering Equipment.

Cost of ownershipCPLA Compostable Cutlery SetPPSU Reusable Hot-Meal Rotable Casserole
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Technical specifications.

SpecCPLA Compostable Cutlery SetPPSU Reusable Hot-Meal Rotable Casserole
MaterialCPLA (crystallised polylactic acid, corn starch / sugarcane derived)
Working temperature range85–100 °C
Standard set contentsFork, knife, spoon, coffee stirrer, salt/pepper, napkin
Compostability certificationEN 13432, BPI
Composting decomposition time90–180 days (industrial composting)
Food contact complianceFDA, DIN, FSCFDA, LFGB
BPABPA-free
PackagingCustom-printed sealed wrapper, airline branding available
Material optionsPPSU (polyphenylsulfone), PES (polyethersulfone), CPET, paper, or aluminium
Continuous use temperature (PPSU/PES)Up to 180 °C
Sterilisation endurance (PPSU)>1,000 cycles at 134°C steam
Oven-safeYes
Microwave-safeYes
Flame retardanceInherent (material property)
Programme typeRotable (reusable / multi-cycle)
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