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	We have been able to contribute to the compilation of an Australian Standard for biodegradable and compostable materials through PACIA. PACIA and the federal government are currently drawing up this standard in order to ensure the legitimacy of claims, made by suppliers, of the eco-friendliness of their products. Click here for more information
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	In a world of complex supply chains and processes, biodegradability and compostability of plastics is not necessarily the easy answer to the problem of disposal. Recycled plastic is used extensively in a wide variety of applications were biodegradability is not a desirable quality. Biodegradable plastics are best used in situations were the disposal route is clear, distinct and appropriate. Click here for more information

Allviron is at the forefront of biodegradable film production in Australia. Using the cornstarch based material (a renewable resource), Mater-Bi™, Allviron can produce biodegradable and compostable collection bags. This cornstarch based bag is extensively used across Europe to collect food waste, from domestic and industrial sites, for composting. The material is fully certified and will leave behind no toxic residues in the compost.

This material can also be useful for such applications as tree guards, as over time the protective film will biodegrade leaving only the supporting stakes to be conveniently collected and reused.

The Mater-Bi™ material is also commonly used as packaging or covers for ‘green’ products to complete the product’s eco-friendly credentials.

The compostability of some products manufactured with Mater-Bi™ is certified by the "Ok Compost" and "Din Certco" labels, industry standards in Europe.