The Science Behind Compostable Labels – and How to Choose the Right One
As demand for sustainable packaging grows, compostable labels are gaining attention as an eco-friendly alternative. But what makes a label compostable, and how do you ensure it aligns with your packaging and environmental goals? What Makes a Label Compostable? A compostable label must break down into non-toxic components-carbon dioxide, water, and biomass—within a specific time […]
What Is Biodegradable Cellulose Packaging?
In a climate where sustainability is no longer just a buzzword but a commercial imperative, business owners are increasingly scrutinising their packaging choices. Whether you’re a food producer, a skincare brand, or a homeware supplier, your packaging not only protects your product — it communicates your values. Biodegradable cellulose packaging offers a credible, plant-based alternative […]
Is Your Biodegradable Label Actually Breaking Down? How to Check
Biodegradable labels are marketed as a sustainable solution, but how do you know if they’re truly breaking down as promised? Claims can be misleading, and without proper verification, even well-meaning choices may have little environmental benefit. Here’s how to assess whether your label is genuinely biodegradable – and how to prove it. Understand the Certification […]
Worlds First as Cirql Launch Biodegradable Footwear
US insole manufacturer OrthoLite’s Vietnam-based subsidiary Cirql has introduced Cirql Zero, a new foam material designed to be industrially compostable and biodegradable, targeting the footwear industry’s need for sustainable midsole components. Cirql Zero uses a proprietary polymer compound produced through supercritical foaming with inert gases. This results in a midsole material that is lightweight and […]
New Biodegradable Hot Melt Adhesives Launched in 2024
Power Adhesives claims to have developed the ‘world’s first’ fully-certified biodegradable, shaped hot melt adhesive with the aim of boosting the environmental credentials of its product portfolio. The certified tecbond 214B adhesive claims to break down in prolonged exposure to oxygen, ultraviolet light, and heat. The long-chain polymers in the polymers are broken down to […]
Latest Biodegradable Plastic Products That Will Change the World
In a world where plastic waste increasingly clutters our environments and penetrates life’s deepest nooks, there is a growing urgency to address the non-biodegradable nature of conventional plastics. These polymers end up polluting our air, water, and even the bloodstreams of creatures everywhere. Despite our best efforts, less than a fifth of the total plastic […]
7 Products That Are Becoming Biodegradable
Biodegradable materials are important because they help reduce the negative environmental impact associated with waste. Here are key reasons why biodegradability matters: Solving the Plastic Problem Enormous islands of plastic float in our oceans and microscopic particles of it are in our bodies. The durability, malleability and low cost of plastics have made them ubiquitous, […]
New Biodegradable Hot Melt Adhesives Launched This Year
Power Adhesives claims to have developed the ‘world’s first’ fully-certified biodegradable, shaped hot melt adhesive with the aim of boosting the environmental credentials of its product portfolio. The certified tecbond 214B adhesive claims to break down in prolonged exposure to oxygen, ultraviolet light, and heat. The long-chain polymers in the polymers are broken down to […]
What’s the Difference Between Biodegradable, Recyclable, and Compostable?
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) says waste terms such as ‘biodegradable’ and ‘compostable’ seen in product ads, are confusing and potentially misleading. The ASA – which has the job of making sure that advertisements do not mislead the public – says that people often buy products which they believe are green choices and environmentally friendly, […]
Study says ‘Biodegradable’ Teabags are not Bio-degradable
Researchers say labelling should be improved to make clear teabags shouldn’t be thrown away in domestic compost heaps. Some teabags manufactured using plastic alternatives do not degrade in soil and have the potential to harm terrestrial species, a new study has shown. Researchers say as we move to reduce our use of plastics these new […]