Learn how PFAS testing works in compostable certifications. Understand BPI, CMA, and NSF requirements, total fluorine screening, and how to verify PFAS-free packaging claims.
Of the 40 million tons of plastic waste produced in the US in 2021, 85% ended up in landfills. The situation is now at a dire juncture, as plastic is polluting our oceans, land, and even showing up in human blood and the food we eat.
No industrial composter nearby? Learn what happens to compostable packaging in landfills and how home compostable products give operators a path they control. (157 chars)
PLA only breaks down in industrial composting facilities at 55-60°C. Learn why standard PLA cannot home compost and what BPI certification means for your operation.
The foodservice industry accounts for a significant share of the more than 20 million metric tons of plastic entering waterways…
Composting certifications, such as: BPI, TÜV, and ASTM; each verify different things under different conditions. If you’re sourcing compostable packaging…
Learn how agricultural waste material innovation turns crop residues like sugarcane bagasse and agave fiber into compostable foodservice packaging with third-party certification.
What does upcycled mean in packaging? Learn how upcycled packaging transforms waste into higher-value products, how it differs from recycling, and what to look for when choosing it.
Learn how bagasse is made into tableware step by step. From sugarcane fiber to finished plates, bowls, and clamshells, see the full manufacturing process.