Guide To PHA: Materials, Standards & Best Practices | Bioleader® Sustainable Packaging

Bagasse food trays are made from the fibrous residue left after extracting juice from sugarcane. This renewable material is molded into sturdy, compostable trays, providing an eco-friendly alternative to plastic or foam trays.

Yes. High-quality eco trays are heat-resistant up to 120°C and freezer-safe. They’re ideal for packing hot dishes like rice and curries or cold items like salads, desserts, and refrigerated meals.

Takeaway trays with lids are used for packaging full meals, combo dishes, or compartmentalized foods for delivery and takeaway — PHA. They help keep food fresh, prevent spillage, and maintain separation between hot and cold items.

EN13432 is now the non-negotiable “passport” for any compostable food packaging or tableware sold in the EU. All “compostable” and “biodegradable” claims must be backed by EN13432 certification and, in most countries, third-party registration (e.g., TÜV Austria, DIN CERTCO).

EN13432 is the EU standard for industrial compostability , PHA. It certifies that packaging will fully break down in commercial composting within set timeframes — PHA. All compostable claims in the EU require EN13432 and local EPR registration.