Compostable Packaging Resources & Guides
Welcome to the Pure Compostables resource library — a working set of in-depth guides written for the people who actually procure, evaluate, and switch to compostable packaging. You’ll find detailed certification breakdowns (BPI, TUV, EN 13432, ASTM D6400 and beyond), step-by-step playbooks for transitioning a business away from conventional plastics, and product selection guides covering bag sizes, materials, and use cases. Every article is written from the perspective of a manufacturer with thirteen years of operating experience — not a marketing team. Use the categories below to navigate by topic, or browse the most recent guides directly. If your question isn’t answered here, our team is happy to help — start with our wholesale page or send us a note via the contact page.
-
9 Compostable Industry Awards and What They Mean
A practical guide to nine recognizable awards in the compostable foodware and packaging space — what each one actually evaluates, who runs it, what winning means competitively, and which ones B2B buyers should consider when vetting suppliers.
-
How to Compost When You Have Babies and Diapers
A practical guide for parents trying to compost while raising small children — what to do with diapers (and what not to), how to handle baby food waste, the realistic time and equipment commitments, and the trade-offs nobody tells you about.
-
The 2007 San Francisco Plastic Bag Ban: How the First US City Plastic Restriction Reshaped Foodservice
San Francisco’s 2007 plastic bag ban — first major US municipal plastic restriction — established precedent that subsequently shaped state and city plastic regulations across America. Understanding the historical foundation provides B2B context for modern compostable program development.
-
Compostable Portion Cup Deep Dive: A B2B Detailed Reference
Portion cup engineering — providing precise portion control across sauce service, condiment dispensing, and various foodservice — represents foundational small-item procurement category. Understanding portion cup details supports informed B2B procurement.
-
Compost in Container Gardens: Mix Ratios That Work
Practical compost-to-potting-mix ratios for container gardens — what works for tomatoes versus herbs versus succulents, why pure compost fails in pots, and the texture and drainage adjustments that turn finished compost into a real container medium.
-
The 1991 EU Compostable Standards Foundation: How Europe Developed Compostable Certification First
European compostable certification developed earlier than US standards starting in early 1990s. Understanding European certification history provides B2B context for the international compostability standards that subsequently shaped global industry.
-
2000 EN 13432 European Standard: Foundation Standard for European Compostable Industry
The 2000 publication of EN 13432 ‘Requirements for packaging recoverable through composting and biodegradation’ established the foundation European standard for compostable packaging. Understanding this 25-year European foundation supports B2B perspective on European compostable industry.
-
How to Train Customers to Use Composting Bins Correctly
A practical playbook for training cafe and restaurant customers to sort waste correctly — signage that works, staff scripts, contamination-rate benchmarks, and the design choices that decide whether your composting program runs at 15% contamination or 60%.
-
Compostable Packaging for Bubble Tea and Boba Shops: Cups, Lids, and PHA Straws That Actually Work in 2026
The B2B packaging guide for bubble tea and boba shops — why PHA straws are the only viable compostable straw for boba, plus cup, lid, sealing film, and bag specs that survive the dense beverage challenge.
-
Compostable Packaging for Indian Sweets and Mithai Shops: A B2B Operator’s Guide
Indian sweets shops (mithai shops) face specific compostable packaging challenges: distinctive Indian sweets variety (gulab jamun, jalebi, barfi, ladoo, kulfi); celebration-driven catering; specific moisture and grease tolerance needs; multi-piece gift packaging; ghee-rich preparations. Building compostable programs requires understanding the operational profile.
-
Compostable Burger Wrap Detailed Comparison: A B2B Buying Guide
Burger wrap options — distinct from burger boxes covered separately — represent specialty grab-and-go burger packaging category. Understanding compostable burger wrap specifications supports informed B2B procurement for QSR and casual burger operations.
-
Which States Have EPR Laws for Packaging?
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws for packaging are reshaping how compostable and conventional packaging is funded and regulated in the US. A state-by-state guide to which states have EPR, what each law covers, and timelines for compliance.