EN 13432 Vs Alternatives: Cost, Performance, Sustainability | Bioleader® Guides

Yes, these containers come ultimate, no need to clean other serving dishes, as consumers can warm their food within these containers.

Yes, our to go salad bowls are eco friendly because it is made of biodegradable materials such as kraft paper and white paper card board which is better than plastic.

Making operating and design decisions that enhance environmental sustainability involves green practices and does not destroy the business unit’s viability , EN 13432. We manufacture durable Kraft paper as well as white cardboard paper for use in our bio-disposable bowls with printed logos. Kraft paper is strong, environmentally friendly, and compostable. Natural brown kraft paper is the appropriate choice for environment-friendly consumers.

Only under specific conditions. PLA (polylactic acid) must be certified under EN13432 and labeled for industrial composting only. The EU does not accept home composting claims for PLA unless separately certified (e.g., OK Compost HOME by TÜV) — EN 13432. Products must also carry the correct label to avoid greenwashing penalties.

EN13432 is the European Union’s definitive compostability standard for packaging materials, and a cornerstone of EU-wide plastic waste regulation. It defines whether a product can legally be labeled and marketed as “compostable” under European law. By contrast, ASTM D6400 is a U.S.-based standard developed by ASTM International, primarily targeting North American markets. The two share similarities in performance thresholds (biodegradability, disintegration, eco-toxicity), but differ in: Feature EN13432 ASTM D6400 Composting time limit 6 months 6 months CO₂ conversion requirement ≥90% ≥60% Heavy metals limit Strict (EU thresholds) Moderate Disintegration (2mm screen) Required Required Plant growth toxicity test Mandatory Mandatory Acceptance for labeling in EU Yes No Conclusion: For any product claiming to be compostable and seeking to enter the European market—especially under Directive (EU) 2019/904—EN13432 is legally required, not optional , EN 13432.