Questions About BioGreenChoice Eco-Friendly Tableware Products

Q. Are all your products tested for compostability?

Yes, all BioGreenChoice products meet ASTM standards and they are certified by BPI ( Biodegradable products Institute). All our products are made from 100% renewable resources and they are biodegradable and compostable.

Q. Are all your products conform to U.S. Food & Drug Administration (U.S. FDA) guidelines?

Yes, all BioGreenChoice products conform to U.S. Food & Drug Administration (U.S.FDA) guidelines.

Q: Why are your compostable cutlery products are recommended for hot products?

Our cutlery products are made from modified PLA which is called CPLA material. PLA products don’t offer high heat tolerance, and they can tolerate only up to 110 F. So, we make our including knife, spoon, fork, stirrer, testing spoon etc.from CPLA (modified PLA) . This material tolerance up to 185 F. They are also 100% renewable, biodegradable and compostable. They are BPI certified for compostability.

Q: Why are your compostable coffee lids are recommended for hot products?

Our coffee lids are made from modified PLA which is called CPLA material. PLA products don’t offer high heat tolerance, and they can tolerate only upto 110 F. So, we make our coffee lids from CPLA (modified PLA) . This material tolerance upto 185 F. They are also 100% renewable, biodegradable and compostable. They are BPI certified for compostability.

Q: What are your clear Bioplastic products made from?

Our Bioplastic products are made from Ingeo which is PLA manufactured by Natureworks in USA.

Q: What is the shelf life of your products?

All our PLA products have an estimated shelf life of two years. Our Bagasse products have an estimated shelf life of two and half years. Our products should be stored in a cool and moisture free area. PLA products should not be stored under 110 degrees F and should not be exposed by direct sun light.

Q: How long will your products take to degrade?

All our products are certified by BPI (Biodegradable Products Institute) for compostability. All our products degrade within 3-6 months in commercial composting facilities.