ASTM Compostability Standards Explained: PLA, Cornstarch, and Sugarcane Bagasse in Sustainable Food Packaging
Quick Summary ASTM compostability standards (D6400 & D6868) provide globally recognized guidelines for evaluating whether packaging materials truly break down in industrial composting. This article explores how PLA, cornstarch, and sugarcane bagasse food containers meet these standards, their benefits, real-world applications, and challenges in adoption. Introduction Plastic pollution remains one of the most pressing environmental […]