Commodity Production Costs Report
Lactide Production
Lactide Operating Costs & Plant Construction Costs
This report approaches the economics of producing Lactide from lactic acid in the United States. This process can be divided into two mains steps. First, lactic acid is polymerized into low molecular weight oligomers. Subsequently, the oligomers depolymerize generating Lactide, which is further purified to remove water and unreacted lactic acid and oligomers.
The report provides a comprehensive study of Lactide production and related Lactide production cost, covering three key aspects: a complete description of the Lactide production process examined; an in-depth analysis of the related Lactide plant capital cost (Capex); and an evaluation of the respective Lactide plant operating costs (Opex).
The Lactide production process description includes a block flow diagram (BFD), an overview of the industrial site installations, detailing both the process unit and the necessary infrastructure, process consumption figures and comprehensive process flow diagrams (PFD). The Lactide plant capital cost analysis breaks down the Capex by plant cost (i.e., ISBL, OSBL and Contingency); owner's cost; working capital; and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up. The Lactide plant operating costs analysis covers operating expenses, including variable costs like raw materials and utilities, and fixed costs such as maintenance, labor, and depreciation.
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Product
Lactide. Lactide is a cyclic ester used as a precursor to polylactic acid (PLA), a biodegradable polymer. It is gaining importance in the production of sustainable packaging and medical devices. Lactide is produced from the fermentation of carbohydrates and is stored as a solid. Its role in creating biodegradable plastics makes it essential for green manufacturing.
Raw Material
Lactic Acid. Lactic Acid is an organic acid used in food preservation, cosmetics, and biodegradable plastics. Its antimicrobial properties and ability to create polymers make it highly valuable in a range of industries. Lactic acid is produced through the fermentation of carbohydrates and is stored as a liquid. It is in high demand for its role in sustainable packaging and personal care products.
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Plant Capital Cost Summary
Summary outlining the capital cost required for building the Lactide production plant examined.
Plant Capital Cost Details
Detailing of fixed capital (ISBL, OSBL & Owner’s Cost), working capital and additional capital requirements.
Plant Cost Breakdowns
Breakdown of Lactide process unit (ISBL) costs and infrastructure (OSBL) costs; plant cost breakdown per discipline.
Operating Costs Summary
Summary presenting the operating variable costs and the total operating cost of the Lactide production plant studied.
Operating Cost Details
Detailing of utilities costs, operating fixed costs and depreciation.
Plant Capacity Assessment
Comparative analysis of capital investment and operating costs for different Lactide plant capacities.
Production Process Information
Block Flow Diagram, descriptions of process unit (ISBL) and site infrastructure (OSBL).
Process Consumptions
Raw materials and utilities consumption figures, by-products credits, labor requirements
Process Diagrams
Process flow diagrams (PFD), equipment list and industrial site configuration
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