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    Compostability Mark of European Bioplastics

    European Bioplastics

    Certify products as compostable with the European Bioplastics Compostability Mark

    For Products
    Environmental
    Climate
    Industry

    Key Strengths

    • Recognized across Europe and internationally as a credible compostability signal
    • Backed by third-party testing under ISO 17025 and ISO/IEC Guide 65 standards
    • Helps products enter correct organic waste recovery streams
    • Supports consumer and waste-facility operator identification of compostable products
    • Issued by European Bioplastics, a leading industry association in the bioplastics sector
    • Applicable to a wide range of product categories including packaging and food service items

    Ideal For

    This certification is best suited for manufacturers and product developers who produce packaging, bags, food service items, or other goods made from compostable or bioplastic materials. It is particularly valuable for companies seeking to enter or expand in European markets where compostability claims must be substantiated, and for those wanting to support industrial composting infrastructure by ensuring their products are correctly identified and sorted.

    Target Audiences

    Product Manufacturers
    Businesses
    Retail
    Supply Chain

    Relevant Roles

    Consultant
    Engineer
    Auditor

    Industries

    Manufacturing

    Alignment & Recognition

    Accrediting Body

    European Bioplastics

    Product Categories

    Performance
    Alignment with External Standard

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Quick Facts

    Type

    Certification

    Regions
    Australia
    Belgium
    Brazil
    Canada
    China
    Czech Republic
    Denmark
    France
    Germany
    Greece
    Hong Kong
    India
    Israel
    Italy
    Japan
    Korea, Democratic People's Republic of
    Korea, Republic of
    Netherlands
    Norway
    Poland
    Portugal
    South Africa
    Sweden
    Switzerland
    Taiwan
    Thailand
    Turkey
    United Kingdom
    Languages

    English, German

    Established

    2000

    How to Use This Label

    Public Seal/Badge
    Online Registry
    Marketing Toolkit

    Sources & Citations

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    Program WebsiteEuropean Bioplastics

    Last verified Mar 11, 2026