jeudi 20 janvier 2011

Labeling: Compostable and Biobased

BPI Guidelines for Labeling "Compostable" Products

BPI has published guidelines for manufacturers wishing to market their products as "Compostable in large scale facilities." The guidelines call for adherence to ASTM specifications and labeling in compliance with FTC Guides, inorder to aid consumer recognition of these items.


USDA launches new biobased product Label

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has launched a voluntary product certification for biobased commercial and industrial products.

The “USDA Certified Biobased Product” label will designate products, other than food and feed, that derive a certain proportion of their materials from biological sources.

Product categories under the initiative include personal and institutional cleaning products, construction products, and lubricants and greases.


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