In contrast Avella et al.[15,28] have observed a 50% increase in
flexural strength of PLA/kenaf fiber and poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-
co-3-hydroxyvalerate) (PHBV) compatibilized
with 5 wt.-% of PLA-g-MA composites prepared via meltblending
(in Brabender mixer) followed by compression
molding.