Decomposition of biodegradable plastic bags for kitchen waste collection in industrial composting

With the growing awareness of microplastics in the environment, the question of microplastics as remnants of biodegradable plastic (BDP) products is gaining momentum. BDP bags for kitchen waste collection are often certified as fully compostable as proof of industrial compostability. Frequently cert...

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Published in:	Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems
Main Authors:	Asma Sikander, Stefan Deegener, Ina Körner
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Frontiers Media S.A. 2024-08-01
Subjects:	biowaste management kitchen waste collection biodegradable plastic bags industrial composting certification microplastic
Online Access:	https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fsufs.2024.1433460/full