Certifications & Compliance
Compostability claims live or die on certification. The guides in this category are written for compliance teams, packaging engineers and procurement specialists who need to verify, not assume — covering the full landscape of certification bodies (BPI, TUV Austria, DIN CERTCO, ABA), the underlying testing standards (ASTM D6400, EN 13432, ISO 17088, AS 4736, AS 5810), and the regulatory frameworks that increasingly mandate certified products in the US, EU, UK and Australia. We treat certifications as a technical subject, not a marketing badge — so expect specifics on testing protocols, verification processes, and the consequences of getting it wrong.
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EPR Laws Beyond California: A 2026 State-by-State Tracker for Packaging Producers and B2B Buyers
Oregon, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington, Colorado, and now New Jersey — the 2026 state-by-state tracker of packaging EPR laws beyond California SB 54, with effective dates, fee structures, and B2B buyer implications.
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PFAS Food Packaging Bans by State: A 2026 Compliance Tracker for B2B Buyers and Brand Owners
A state-by-state tracker of PFAS food packaging bans across the US in 2026 — effective dates, scope, enforcement posture, and procurement implications for B2B buyers shipping into multiple jurisdictions.
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California SB 54 Explained: A 2026 Compliance Guide for Foodservice Operators and Packaging Buyers
California SB 54 reshapes single-use packaging by 2032. Inside: timeline, foodservice impact, PRO fees, and where compostable packaging fits — a 2026 B2B guide.
A Guide to Compostability Certifications: BPI, TUV, EN 13432, and Every Standard You Need to Know
Table of contents Jump to: The Critical Distinction: Standards vs. Certifications vs. Logos The Four Pillars of Compostability Testing Standard-by-Standard Breakdown Certification Body Profiles Industrial vs. Home Composting Certification: A Critical Distinction Which Certifications Do You Need? A Market-Based Decision Matrix How to Verify a Compostability Certification The Certification Process: What It Takes Regulatory Consequences…
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Massachusetts Foodservice Sustainability: A B2B Operator’s Compliance Reference
Massachusetts has enacted progressive sustainability legislation including various foodware restrictions and broader environmental commitments. Understanding Massachusetts-specific regulatory landscape supports informed B2B compliance for Massachusetts-located operations.
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How to Apply for B Corp Certification as a Foodware Brand
A step-by-step guide to pursuing B Corp certification for compostable and sustainable foodware companies — assessment, timeline, cost, and what passes.
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BPI Certification Deep Dive: How B2B Procurement Teams Read, Verify, and Audit Compostable Packaging Certifications in 2026
How BPI certification actually works, how to verify a certification number against the registry, what the certificate document should contain, the common forgery patterns, and the per-SKU procurement protocol that holds up under audit.
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Minnesota EPR Updates: A B2B Foodservice Operator’s Compliance Reference
Minnesota enacted Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation in 2024, joining the growing wave of state-level packaging EPR programs. Understanding Minnesota’s specific implementation supports informed B2B compliance for Minnesota-located operations.
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What Is PFAS and Why Does It Matter for Compostable Foodware?
PFAS — a class of fluorinated chemicals — used to be common in compostable fiber foodware as a grease barrier. Here’s what PFAS is, why it’s a problem, and how to identify PFAS-free products.
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Pre-Production Sample Specifications for Compostable Procurement
Pre-production samples (PPS) are the procurement gate that catches manufacturing problems before volume production. This B2B guide covers PPS specification language for compostable packaging — what to test, how many samples, acceptance criteria, and what happens when PPS fails. Critical for any new SKU, new supplier, or material change.
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ASTM D6400 vs EN 13432 vs OK Compost: Compostability Standards Compared for International B2B Buyers (2026)
How ASTM D6400, ASTM D6868, EN 13432, and TÜV OK Compost INDUSTRIAL/HOME compare across testing protocols, geographic acceptance, certification ecosystems, and B2B procurement implications for cross-border supply chains.
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Colorado EPR Implementation Detail: A B2B Foodservice Operator’s Compliance Reference
Colorado enacted Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation in 2022, joining the growing wave of state-level packaging EPR programs. Understanding Colorado’s specific implementation supports informed B2B compliance for Colorado-located operations.