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Perishable Plastics

The problem with plastics is their persistence in our environment and landfills. Until now.
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Rethinking the Plastic Lifecycle

2/3

of plastic waste comes from single-use application
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9%

of plastic gets recycled
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22%

of plastic gets leaked into the environment
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A Better Approach

The New Standard for Plastic Sustainability

Perishable Plastics are third-party certified to ensure they will break down and return to nature within ten years. Our microbial-based polymer decomposition technology means plastics break down organically–leaving behind zero microplastics–and don’t require any changes to consumer usage behaviors or conventions.

Recycling Compatibility by Design

Perishable Plastics work alongside recycling. And while recycling should always be encouraged, most plastics are only recycled once–eventually all products made from recycled plastic will end up in a landfill, an incinerator, or other informal disposal methods. Perishable Plastics activate in these downstream locations, taking advantage of microorganism-rich environments.

Performance vs Contemporary Solutions

Perishable Plastic Oxo-Degradeables Bio Resins Other Biodegradables
Biodegradeable in Landfills Yes No Some Some
Compatible with Recycling Yes No No Yes
Compostable ASTM D6400 No No Some No
ASTM D5511-12 Yes No No Yes
ASTM D5526-12 Yes No No Yes
ASTM D5338-12 Yes No Yes Some
Indefinite Shelf Life Yes No No No

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The general criteria to be considered Perishable is to biodegrade more than 85% in under 10 years, in landfill conditions using the ASTM D5511 standard
The general criteria to be considered Perishable is to biodegrade more than 85% in under 10 years, in landfill conditions using the ASTM D5511 standard
The general criteria to be considered Perishable is to biodegrade more than 85% in under 10 years, in landfill conditions using the ASTM D5511 standard
The general criteria to be considered Perishable is to biodegrade more than 85% in under 10 years, in landfill conditions using the ASTM D5511 standard