Exhibit 17.1
PETROS G. KITSOS
Via e-mail and overnight courier
February 21, 2012
Mr: Frederic Scheer
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Cereplast, Inc.
300 North Continental Blvd., Suite 100
El Segundo, California 90245
Dear Mr. Scheer:
Following our discussion earlier tonight, I am writing to confirm that, after lengthy consideration, I have decided to submit my resignation from the board of directors of Cereplast, Inc., effective immediately.
As you know, my family and I relocated to Puerto Rico early in 2011 to pursue an Investment project in renewable energy. The distance and lengthy travel time has made my continued involvement in Cereplast matters very challenging—particularly because I was used to, and enjoyed, our frequent personal interaction as an integral part of my relationship with the Company.
My resignation does not in any way reflect any disagreements with the Company’s management in which I continue to have the utmost confidence. Cereplast is an innovative company with an important global mission, an outstanding product portfolio and a wealth of opportunities ahead.
With my best wishes for great success in the future,
Petros G. Kitsos
Director
cc: Board of Directors, Michael Carroll