Category A: Items must meet ASTM D6400 or EN 13432 standards for mono layer bioplastics and co-polymers (such as compostable plastic cutlery, bioplastic straws, PLA clear cold cups, portion cups, etc.)
Category B: Items that meet ASTM D6868 requirements for plastics used as coatings on compostable substrates, fibrous materials and multi-layered structures.
Note that ASTM lab result submissions must include: Heavy metals analysis, spectral analysis, phytoxicity, and biodegradation.
Other Notes
Testing of multiple products of varying sizes to represent a full line are considered on a case by case basis only.
Cost: $4750 for up to 10 items. Each additional item will be charged $350.