Whatย isย compostableย packagingย bag?
Compostable packaging bag is made by PLA or kraft paper lined PLA, PLA is also called polylactic acid.ย
- Whatย isย PLA?
Most biodegradable bags are made from PLA. PLA is a biodegradable material made from renewable resources, such as corn starch or bagasse. It is a sustainable product and is compostable in industrial composting facilities. It is a great material to use in packaging as it is food safe and relatively inexpensive.ย
- Whatย isย theย cycleย ofย biodegradation?
Exactly how long a biodegradable bag takes to break down depends on various factors, such as temperature and the amount of moisture present. The compostable bags will biodegradable within 30 days in a commercial composting facility, and within 90 days in a home composting system.ย
- Isย PLAย ecoย friendly?
PLA is referred to as a `bioplastic` because of its environmentally friendly nature. PLA is renewable thermoplastic and polymer. It is `processed` from the starch of plants such as corn, sugar cane and sugar beet, making it environmentally friendly and sustainable.ย
