When making purchasing decisions between “compostable” and “biodegradable” products in the foodservice industry, you may be asking yourself, what do each of those terms mean, and is one better than the other?
As always, BradyPLUS is here to help by highlighting what you need to know. We’ve been selling disposable foodservice products across our family of companies for decades, and we are committed to protecting the environment. We'll teach you the ins and outs as well as the pros and cons of compostable and biodegradable products.
The primary difference between compostable and biodegradable products is that compostable products require a specific setting to break down, whereas biodegradable products break down naturally. Typically composting is a faster process, but only under the right conditions. Both products are better for the environment than plastic, which can take hundreds of years to disintegrate.
Are you looking for more environmentally friendly foodservice solutions? Contact us and we’ll help you identify the products that are right for your business.