Are there biodegradable products?

Biodegradable is the term used to describe the process of microorganisms consuming organic material, and it is the name of a test criterion in the ASTM compostability standard specifications. It is incorrect to refer to certified compostable products as “biodegradable.”

What is Compostable Plastic?

Compostable plastics are plastic products that are made from plant-based materials that are designed to break down under specific conditions. Compostable plastics examples include PLA, made from Corn Starch, and PHA, made from corn and vegetable oil. Products made from these materials are compostable; many are tested to be certified compostable in commercial facilities.

Are compostable products biodegradable?

Many compostable products are tested to break down in a commercial compost facility. These products are tested by the Biodegradable Products Institute or the Compost Manufacturer’s Alliance to meet the requirements of ASTM 6400 and 6868. These products break down by biological processes in a commercial compost. They will not breakdown in a landfill or other environment.

How are compostable products in restaurants used?

Most compostable products in restaurants are used for take-out food. These include compostable cups, plates, containers, and cutlery. Compostable products are a good alternative to plastic products since they can be sent to a commercial composting facility.

Compostable Products | Sustainable Products

Compostable products are made from plant-based, sustainable materials. Compostable products include cups, plates, containers, cutlery, and more. Made from materials such as sugarcane fiber, bamboo fiber, and corn resin, these products are a great alternative to plastic and styrofoam products. What COMPOSTABLE means? Compostable means that a product will break down into organic material in a commercial compost facility, which may not be available in all areas. Certified compostable products are tested to meet the ASTM 6400 or 6868 standard.