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Large compostable packing bag (40 micron) features

• 40-micron thick clear bag - twice as thick as traditional compostable bags.
• Clear compostable material appears frosted in comparison to traditional clear polythene.
• Made from compostable material with a minimum 30% renewable content share.
• Complies with European compostable standard EN13432.
• Designed to break down in 12 weeks and biodegrade in six months in industrial composting conditions.
• Suitable for domestic composting, but this process will take longer (timescale will vary according to composting conditions).
• Food-safe material - suitable for direct food contact.
• Features printed messages 'COMPOSTABLE for a better world...' & 'MATERIAL CONFORMS TO EN13432', along with green leaf logo.
• Bags are suitable for heat sealing with a standard heat sealer.

Large clear compostable packing bag (40 micron) dimensions

• Internal width: 300mm (X")
• Internal length: 450mm (X")
• Polythene thickness: 40 micron (160 gauge)
• Box quantity: 200 bags

EN13432 - the European compostable standard

As a compostable product, this bag must meet criteria set out by European standard EN13432 (industrial composting). These include:

• Disintegration - after 12 weeks, no more than 10% of material may remain when sifted through a 2mm sieve.
• Biodegradability - 90% of material must decompose within 6 months.
• Compostability - there must be no negative effects on the composting process.
• Chemicals - threshold tests for heavy metals must be adhered to; all constituent elements must be disclosed.
• Ecotoxicity - compost featuring the material must not negatively affect plant growth.

Compostable packing bag storage

These compostable packing bags should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and sources of heat and humidity. Use within 12 months.

End of life options - compostable packing bags

After use, this bag should be disposed of (with or without food contents) in a food waste bin (for industrial composting), or a domestic composting unit. If these are not possible, please place in your general rubbish bin. Not suitable for recycling.