Industrial Compostability Certification Systems

The second well-known (industrial) compostability certification system in Europe is OK Compost, managed by Vin otte based in Brussels, Belgium. Historically, the system was launched in 1994, at the request of local governments who wanted to use compostable biowaste collection bags. 

Over the last 20 years, several certification systems for industrial compostability have been started. In Enrope, the two major systems are the Seedling logo and the OK Compost logo while in the USA the BPI logo is best known. Attempts have been made to achieve mutual recognition bnt have not been successful so far. 

It must be noted that most certification systems are specifically aimed at the evaluation of industrial compostability, as this is the most frequently used end of life option. Some other systems are related to biodegradation in soil, water or home compostability. 

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