Various plastic bag manufacturers probably use the term “biodegradability” – shall we say – loosely and lightly. The ASTM D6400 specification puts a kibosh on all of that. Basically, the specification requires that the material is fully tested to ensure that it will degrade at a similar rate as an apple (composting), and that no large plastic fragments should remain.
More than likely, the loose and light manufacturers’ bags do not meet biodegradable/compostable standards of any sort, and are just regular plastic bags. All in all, bag manufacturers – who claim their bags are biodegradable or compostable but do not meet the ASTM specifications - are misleading consumers and are acting negligently towards the environment.
California’s law, SB 1749, maintains that bags should meet the ASTM D6400 specification for compostable product claims. Several other states are also instituting policies like California. The Original PoopBags proudly meet this standard, and our other bags meet national ASTM certifications as well.
Additional Facts about Poop Bags:
- Made from a combination of corn and other renewable products.
- Shelf stable just like paper plates or paper towels.
- There are no chemical additives to enhance decomposition. The bags degrade naturally when exposed to the earth’s elements and micro-organisms in the soil.
- “Breathe” – allowing heat and moisture to escape or evaporate. This feature reduces bacterial build-up of collected waste, thus reducing odor.
- Will decompose in a commercial composting environment between 60 and 90 days after use. PoopBags.com strongly urges consumers not to place feces-filled bags into home composting systems or green bins as this could lead to E.coli contamination. Basically, dogs eat meat.
- Will decompose in a natural setting at an extended rate comparable to other naturally compostable materials, such as paper, leaves and food waste.
If the poop bags are placed in an “open” or “turned” landfill they will decompose at a rate similar to other biodegradable/compostable materials in the same setting.
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