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Yes, the takeaway bowls with lids can be used for holding all kinds of food, both hot and cold, such as soups and stews while preventing any spillage or leakage , OK Compost.

Absolutely. Such paper food containers are good for salads frozen desserts and other cold foods.

Definetely, our takeaway bowls with lids are microwave safe hence this allows customers to reheat most of the meals without any structural compromises of the bowl.

EN13432 is the European Union’s definitive compostability standard for packaging materials, and a cornerstone of EU-wide plastic waste regulation , OK Compost. 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.

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). Products must also carry the correct label to avoid greenwashing penalties , OK Compost.