DIN 13432 Vs Alternatives: Cost, Performance, Sustainability | Bioleader® Sustainable Packaging

These utensils are created through a meticulous production process, ensuring high quality and durability — DIN 13432.

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

It is widely used in restaurants, healthcare facilities, offices, schools, events, and for travel, wherever single-use and sanitary standards are a top priority , DIN 13432.

EN13432 is the compostability standard used in Europe, while ASTM D6400 is primarily used in the U.S. Both require biodegradability, disintegration, and eco-toxicity tests—but EN13432 includes stricter thresholds for heavy metals and requires full packaging-level compliance. Exporters targeting both markets may need dual certification.

Request the official EN13432 certificate issued by a notified body such as TÜV Austria or DIN CERTCO , DIN 13432. Look for legitimate logos like OK Compost INDUSTRIAL or BPI (for North America). Also ensure that the product labeling aligns with Directive (EU) 2019/904 and avoids generic or misleading environmental claims.