Compost Bags for Home Composting
Home Compostable Kitchen Caddy Bags — OK Compost HOME Certified Food Waste Collection
| Material | PLA+PBAT+Corn Starch (home-compost optimized formulation) |
| Thickness | 14–18 microns |
| Dimensions | 5L / 7L / 10L (standard); custom 3–30L available |
| MOQ | 60 cartons (approx. 0.6 ton) |
| Lead Time | 15–25 days |
Free samples shipped within 3 business days via DHL/FedEx. Custom-printed samples: 7u201310 days. · 2-year shelf-life. Free replacement of any stock showing premature degradation or defects when stored at 15u201330u00b0C, <60% RH, away from direct sunlight.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Why specify ES-FB-04
Home compostable kitchen caddy bags made from a PLA+PBAT+corn starch formulation, OK Compost HOME certified by TUV Austria. Designed for the EU mandatory bio-waste collection framework and similar municipal organics diversion programs, these bags are leak-resistant for 72+ hours
The breakthrough is cost parity. At a per-unit price within 10% of conventional PE caddy liners, these bags remove the premium barrier that has historically kept compostable liners out of municipal programs.
Where it sits in our range. ES-FB-04 anchors the municipal-program end of our food bag category.
When not to specify it. If you need dual ASTM D6400 + EN 13432 certification for cross-border programs, ES-FB-05 carries both marks.
When not to specify it. If you need dual ASTM D6400 + EN 13432 certification for cross-border programs, ES-FB-05 carries both marks. If your collection system exposes bags to sharp or heavy waste (bones, shells, bulky produce), consider the 25\u03bcm
WHY CHOOSE THIS PRODUCT
Key Features
Leak-proof triple-weld bottom gusset
prevents liquid seepage for 72+ hours of wet organic waste collection
PBAT/PLA co-extruded film at 20 microns
optimized oxygen barrier under 50 cc/m2/day for food preservation
Freezer-safe to -20 deg C
maintains flexibility and seal integrity during frozen storage without embrittlement
Zip-seal airtight rated to IPX3 splash resistance
keeps contents fresh and prevents leaks during transport
Certified industrial compostable (EN 13432)
fully biodegrades in 90 days at commercial composting facilities
BPA-free, phthalate-free, PFAS-free plasticizers
meets FDA 21 CFR and EU 10/2011 for food contact
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications
| Material | PLA+PBAT+Corn Starch (home-compost optimized formulation) |
| Thickness | 14–18 microns |
| Dimensions | 5L / 7L / 10L (standard); custom 3–30L available |
| Color | Green / Natural / Custom printed |
| Capacity | 5 to 30 liters depending on model |
| Pack Count | 20 count per pack; 500 packs per carton |
| MOQ | 60 cartons (approx. 0.6 ton) |
| Lead Time | 15–25 days |
| Carton Dimensions | 40 x 30 x 20 cm |
| Certifications | EN 13432, ASTM D6400, OK Compost HOME, OK Compost INDUSTRIAL, TÜV |
OEM / ODM
Customization Options
Custom size from 3L to 30L capacity. Closure options: flap, drawstring, handle-tie, or elasticated top. Custom printing up to 4-color flexographic with municipality or brand artwork. Retail-ready packaging formats: boxed, header card with euro-hole, or bulk carton. Minimum 500 kg for fully custom production.
FACTORY CAPABILITIES
Esinle OEM Capabilities
Every product in our range is backed by these manufacturing capabilities from our 15,000 m² Guangzhou facility.
Custom Dimensions
Width, gusset depth, and length adjusted to your exact packaging line requirements. No minimum dimension change penalty.
Printing & Branding
Up to 8-colour flexographic printing with your artwork. MOQ 50,000 pcs for custom print; lower MOQs available with plate-sharing.
In-House Compounding
We compound our own PLA/PBAT/starch resin blends — adjusting flexibility, bio-based %, and degradation timeline per SKU.
BEHIND EVERY PRODUCT
15,000 m² vertically integrated facility
From resin compounding through film blowing, printing, and bag conversion — every step is done in-house. This gives us direct control over quality, lead time, and cost.
USE CASES
Applications
Municipal Food Waste Collection Programs
Bulk supply for city-wide kitchen caddy distribution — available white-label or co-branded with municipality logos and collection instructions
Supermarket and Retail Consumer Sales
Branded caddy liners for supermarket chains — the only home compostable option within 10% of PE pricing enables mass-market shelf placement
Commercial Kitchens and Staff Canteens
High-volume food waste bagging with full home compostability — saves on waste hauling fees by enabling clean organics diversion from general waste streams
HONEST TRANSPARENCY
Limitations & Storage
Maximum 72 hours of wet waste containment at 20°C ambient — exceeding this duration may result in seepage through the film. Not suitable for garden or yard waste containing thorns, sharp branches, or heavy woody material that may puncture the thin-gauge film. Store in a cool, dry place — elevated humidity above 70% RH will shorten shelf life. OK Compost HOME certification covers ambient temperature composting only; degradation in anaerobic landfill conditions is minimal and slow.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How long do the bags reliably hold wet food waste without leaking?
Independently tested to 72+ hours with typical kitchen waste (fruit peels, coffee grounds, vegetable trimmings, plate scrapings) at 20°C ambient temperature. For best results, do not overfill beyond the bag's rated capacity and avoid sharp bones or shells that may puncture the film. Bags should be tied closed and placed in a ventilated caddy.
What is the actual cost difference versus conventional PE caddy liners?
Our 18μm home compostable caddy bags are approximately 8–10% more expensive than equivalent PE liners at comparable carton volumes. At container-load scale (20ft or 40ft), the premium narrows to 3–5%. The EU bio-waste directive is rapidly closing this gap as PE liners face regulatory phase-out in mandatory separate collection markets.
Can municipalities customize these bags for their specific collection programs?
Yes — we offer full white-label and co-branded options from 500 kg minimums. Common configurations include: municipality logo with collection instructions printed directly on the bag, color-coding by waste stream type, multi-language printing for linguistically diverse communities, and QR codes linking to local collection schedules. We have supplied customized caddy bags to municipal programs across 8 countries.
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