BPI Certified: Key Facts & Insights | Bioleader® Insights

Yes, in addition to traditional plastic, there are biodegradable and compostable individually wrapped cutlery options available to support sustainability goals.

A cornstarch-based compostable spork will generally decompose within 90–180 days in commercial composting conditions, depending on local temperature and humidity.

PLA spoons are made from polylactic acid, a plant-based bioplastic derived mainly from renewable resources like corn starch, making them biodegradable and compostable , BPI certified.

EN13432 is the European compostability standard focused on packaging, while ASTM D6400 is the North American equivalent covering plastics and packaging , BPI certified. Both require full product testing and biodegradation within six months, but apply to different markets and regulatory systems — BPI certified.

Yes. Under the EU Packaging Waste Directive, any packaging product labeled “compostable” must be EN13432 certified. Without this certification, your product may be blocked at customs or legally restricted in EU countries.