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PLA+PBAT Biodegradable Weed Control Mulch — Black Opaque Film for Organic Weed Suppression | ES-MF-02
PLA+PBAT Biodegradable Weed Mulch
PLA+PBAT Biodegradable Weed Control Mulch — Black Opaque Film for Organic Weed Suppression | ES-MF-02
Certification names shown here are a starting reference. Request the current certificate and confirm that its scope covers the selected formulation, printing and finished pack.
| Material | PLA+PBAT blend (50:50, carbon black masterbatch) |
| Thickness | 15–30 microns |
| Dimensions | 1.2m × 400m (standard); 1.5m × 400m also stocked |
| MOQ | 60 cartons (approx. 1 ton) |
| Lead Time | 15–25 days |
Free samples shipped within 3 business days via DHL/FedEx. Custom-printed samples: 7–10 days. · 12-month shelf-life. Free replacement of any stock showing premature degradation or defects when stored at 15–30°C, <60% RH, away from direct sunlight.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Buyer brief for ES-MF-02
PLA+PBAT Biodegradable Weed Control Mulch — Black Opaque Film for Organic Weed Suppression | ES-MF-02
PRODUCT / MODEL
ES-MF-02
Mulch Film
FORMAT
1.2m × 400m (standard); 1.5m × 400m also stocked
GAUGE
15–30 microns
LOAD / CAPACITY
400 meters per roll
PACKING
2 rolls per carton
SPECIFICATION LOGIC
Four decisions before quotation
Construction to approve
Material: PLA+PBAT blend (50:50, carbon black masterbatch). Format: 1.2m × 400m (standard); 1.5m × 400m also stocked. Gauge: 15–30 microns.
Performance to validate
Target: 400 meters per roll. Validation: Free samples shipped within 3 business days via DHL/FedEx. Custom-printed samples: 7–10 days..
Evidence and order path
Evidence starting point: EN 17033, TÜV OK Biodegradable SOIL, EN 13432. MOQ: 60 cartons (approx. 1 ton). Timing: 15–25 days.
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- Destination market, end use and intended disposal route
- Required dimensions, construction, gauge and performance target
- Contents, equipment or packing-line conditions to validate
- Artwork, annual volume, packing format and delivery destination
WHY CHOOSE THIS PRODUCT
Key Features
Opaque black 50:50 PLA+PBAT film at 15–30 microns
vegetable-carbon black pigment blocks light with zero herbicide input
1.2 m and 1.5 m stocked widths on 400 m rolls
standard bed widths ready to ship for orchard and vineyard understory
3–5°C soil warming versus 4–6°C for LDPE black mulch
agronomically negligible difference for most temperate crops
25 or 30 micron grades extend integrity to 7–8 months
covers 6–8 month growing seasons without mid-season replacement
Soil certified to EN 17033 and OK Biodegradable SOIL
polymer and pigment both biodegrade with no carbon black accumulation
100% bio-based carbon per ASTM D6866
carbon stored in soil rather than released to the atmosphere
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications
| Material | PLA+PBAT blend (50:50, carbon black masterbatch) |
| Thickness | 15–30 microns |
| Dimensions | 1.2m × 400m (standard); 1.5m × 400m also stocked |
| Color | Opaque Black (standard) / White-Black / Silver-Black |
| Capacity | 400 meters per roll |
| Pack Count | 2 rolls per carton |
| MOQ | 60 cartons (approx. 1 ton) |
| Lead Time | 15–25 days |
| Carton Dimensions | 125 × 35 × 35 cm |
| Certifications | EN 17033, TÜV OK Biodegradable SOIL, EN 13432, OK Compost INDUSTRIAL, TÜV |
CERTIFICATIONS
Certifications explained
EN 17033 — Soil Biodegradation
The European standard written for biodegradable mulch films: 90%+ biodegradation in soil within 24 months, ecotoxicity testing, and no-harmful-residue limits. The certification that matters for a film tilled into the field.
TÜV Austria OK Biodegradable SOIL
Independent TÜV certification confirming real-soil biodegradation with no ecotoxic effects — audited annually, certificate verifiable on the public TÜV database. Covers the polymer matrix and the vegetable-carbon black pigment as one unit.
EN 13432 — Industrial Compostability
Verifies the film also breaks down in managed composting facilities, so film fragments removed with plant residues can be composted rather than landfilled.
OEM / ODM
Customization Options
Custom width: 0.8m–2.4m. Custom thickness: 15–30μm. Opaque black standard; other colors available (white-on-black, silver-on-black). Perforated options for seeded crops. Custom roll lengths. MOQ 500 kg.
FACTORY CAPABILITIES
Esinle OEM Capabilities
The selected format can be reviewed against these Guangzhou manufacturing capabilities. Final feasibility, tolerances and MOQ are confirmed in the approved specification.
Custom Dimensions
Width, gusset depth and length can be reviewed against your packaging-line requirements and converting limits.
Printing & Branding
Flexographic artwork, colour count, print coverage and plate requirements are checked before MOQ and pricing are confirmed.
In-House Compounding
PLA, PBAT and starch blend options are selected around flexibility, strength, processing and the documented claim required for the SKU.
BEHIND EVERY PRODUCT
Integrated production in Guangzhou
The workflow covers compounding, film blowing, printing and bag conversion, with the order specification used as the reference for in-process and final checks.
USE CASES
Applications
Organic Vegetable Production
Weed control without herbicides and without plastic pollution — the only mulch film that meets both organic certification and soil health requirements
Tomato, Pepper & Solanaceous Crops
Row crops with high weed pressure sensitivity — the opaque black film eliminates weed competition during critical early growth stages
Orchard & Vineyard Understory Management
Weed suppression around tree and vine bases without herbicide or permanent plastic — film biodegrades as the canopy fills in
HONEST TRANSPARENCY
Limitations & Storage
Weed suppression depends on complete soil coverage — gaps, tears, or improper edge burial will allow weed emergence. For fields with aggressive perennial weeds (thistles, bindweed), biodegradable mulch alone may not provide sufficient suppression — consider integration with cover cropping. In very hot climates (> 35°C soil surface), film degradation may accelerate — monitor integrity and plan for potential mid-season replacement in extreme conditions.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is the carbon black pigment biodegradable too?
Yes. We use a biodegradable carbon black masterbatch specifically formulated for compostable polymers. The carbon black is derived from vegetable carbon (E153, plant-based charcoal), not petroleum-based carbon black. The entire film — polymer matrix and pigment — is certified biodegradable per EN 17033. Post-degradation soil analysis shows no accumulation of carbon black residues.
Does the black film warm the soil like LDPE black mulch?
Yes, with a small difference. Black biodegradable mulch achieves soil warming of approximately 3–5°C above bare soil at 5cm depth, compared to 4–6°C for LDPE black mulch. The 1–2°C difference is due to the slightly higher thermal conductivity of the PLA+PBAT film. For most temperate crops, this difference is agronomically negligible. For crops requiring maximum soil warming in cool climates, consider our clear biodegradable mulch option.
What happens if the growing season is longer than 6 months?
For crops with 6–8 month growing seasons in temperate climates, we recommend our 25μm or 30μm gauge options which extend mechanical integrity to 7–8 months. For tropical/perennial applications, we can formulate a thicker 35μm+ film with degradation inhibitors for 12+ month integrity. Contact our agronomic team for crop-specific recommendations.
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