Corn Starch vs. PLA: Which Is the Better Eco-Friendly Material?
Quick Summary:This article compares corn starch and PLA as leading eco-friendly packaging materials. It explores their origins, biodegradability, compostability, heat resistance, cost, and market suitability. Corn starch performs best for hot food containers and regions without composting infrastructure, while PLA excels in transparent cups and certified markets with industrial composting. Together, they represent complementary solutions, […]
Finland’s Regulations on Imported Single-Use Food Packaging: PET, PLA, CPET Materials
Quick Summary Finland has stringent policies in place for the importation of single-use food packaging materials, including PET, PLA, and CPET. These materials are subject to both environmental regulations and food safety standards to ensure their sustainability, recyclability, and biodegradability. The Finnish government is committed to reducing plastic pollution and promoting eco-friendly food packaging solutions. […]
How Global Packaging Regulations in 2025–2026 Are Transforming the Biodegradable Tableware Industry
Quick Summary: In 2025–2026, global regulations are reshaping the biodegradable tableware industry: from mandatory EN13432, ASTM D6400/BPI, and ISO certifications to strict EPR and compostable labeling laws across EU, US, Canada, APAC, and Japan. Brands that pair certified materials like bagasse, PLA, and PHA with digital traceability via QR-linked compliance and AI-powered export tools will […]
Comparing rPET, PET, CPET, and PLA: Which is the Best Choice for Food Packaging?
Quick Summary:This article compares rPET, PET, CPET, and PLA food packaging materials, exploring their benefits, sustainability, and ideal uses. rPET and PET are cost-effective and durable, ideal for cold food and beverages, while CPET excels in heat-resistant packaging for microwavable meals. PLA, made from renewable resources, offers eco-friendly options but has limitations with heat resistance. […]
PLA compostable Cup Guide: How It Decomposes, Real Conditions, Buying Tips, and Proof
Executive Summary A PLA compostable Cup can truly break down into CO₂, water, and biomass—if it is placed in an industrial composting environment with high heat (~58 °C), oxygen, and moisture. In home composting, most PLA compostable Cup items degrade much slower (unless OK compost HOME certified). In landfills or anaerobic settings, a PLA compostable […]