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Compostable Food-Safe Apron — A PLA Nonwoven Bib Apron With FDA Food-Contact Certification That Returns to Soil After One Shift
Compostable Disposable Apron | PLA Nonwoven Food-Safe Bib Apron
Compostable Food-Safe Apron — A PLA Nonwoven Bib Apron With FDA Food-Contact Certification That Returns to Soil After One Shift
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 | 100% PLA (polylactic acid) spunbond nonwoven |
| Thickness | 40–60 gsm (standard 50 gsm) |
| Dimensions | Standard 68×95 cm bib apron; extended length and width options available |
| MOQ | 500 kg (white/ivory); 1 ton (custom colour or printed) |
| Lead Time | 15–20 business days (white/ivory); 25–30 business days (custom) |
Free sample aprons shipped within 3 business days via DHL/FedEx. Custom-printed samples: 7–10 days. · 12-month shelf-life from date of manufacture. 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-PW-02
Compostable Food-Safe Apron — A PLA Nonwoven Bib Apron With FDA Food-Contact Certification That Returns to Soil After One Shift
PRODUCT / MODEL
ES-PW-02
Protective Wear
FORMAT
Standard 68×95 cm bib apron; extended length and width options available
GAUGE
40–60 gsm (standard 50 gsm)
PACKING
50 pcs per pack; 10 packs per export carton; individual retail packs available
STARTING QUANTITY
500 kg (white/ivory); 1 ton (custom colour or printed)
SPECIFICATION LOGIC
Four decisions before quotation
Construction to approve
Material: 100% PLA (polylactic acid) spunbond nonwoven. Format: Standard 68×95 cm bib apron; extended length and width options available. Gauge: 40–60 gsm (standard 50 gsm).
Performance to validate
Validation: Free sample aprons shipped within 3 business days via DHL/FedEx. Custom-printed samples: 7–10 days..
Evidence and order path
Evidence starting point: EN 13432, OK Compost INDUSTRIAL, FDA. MOQ: 500 kg (white/ivory); 1 ton (custom colour or printed). Timing: 15–20 business days (white/ivory); 25–30 business days (custom).
FASTER RFQ
Prepare these four inputs
Complete inputs reduce back-and-forth and help us match the sample, evidence and commercial quote to one defined construction.
- 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
100% PLA spunbond nonwoven at 50 gsm
soft, fabric-like drape with a matte, non-reflective surface — staff presentation stays professional, not plastic-bag
FDA food-contact compliant
certified for direct food-handling environments — passes the hygiene documentation your HACCP and audit teams actually request
Single-material construction
no lamination, no PE coating, no separation step — the entire apron certifies to EN 13432 as one compostable unit, zero sorting friction for the end user
Bib apron with adjustable neck strap and waist ties
standard 68×95 cm cut fits a wide staff size range — one SKU for the whole kitchen, no size matrix to manage
PFAS-free and EU PPWR-ready
fully compliant with EU 2025/40 ahead of the 12 August 2026 enforcement date — your importer's customs documentation is clean on day one
50 pcs per pack, 10 packs per carton
12-month shelf life in cool dry storage — dispense per station, restock per week, compost per shift
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications
| Material | 100% PLA (polylactic acid) spunbond nonwoven |
| Thickness | 40–60 gsm (standard 50 gsm) |
| Dimensions | Standard 68×95 cm bib apron; extended length and width options available |
| Color | White / natural ivory; custom dope-dyed colours available (MOQ 1 ton) |
| Pack Count | 50 pcs per pack; 10 packs per export carton; individual retail packs available |
| MOQ | 500 kg (white/ivory); 1 ton (custom colour or printed) |
| Lead Time | 15–20 business days (white/ivory); 25–30 business days (custom) |
| Carton Dimensions | 60×45×40 cm / approx. 15 kg gross per 500 pcs at 50 gsm |
| Certifications | EN 13432, OK Compost INDUSTRIAL, FDA, SGS |
CERTIFICATIONS
Certifications explained
EN 13432 — EU Compostability Standard
The harmonised European standard: 90%+ biodegradation within 6 months, plus disintegration and ecotoxicity limits. The single-polymer PLA construction certifies as one unit.
OK Compost INDUSTRIAL — TÜV Austria
Industrial-compostability mark: verified to biodegrade at 58°C+ in managed facilities. Covers the apron including straps and ties — every component is PLA.
FDA Food-Contact Compliance
Certified for direct food-handling environments — FDA compliance statement supplied with every order for HACCP documentation.
SGS
Third-party laboratory verification of the nonwoven weight, strength, and food-contact safety — audit reports available on request.
OEM / ODM
Customization Options
Chest logo printing (1–2 colours). Custom GSM from 30 to 120. Custom dimensions and lengths. Adjustable neck-strap length and waist-tie style. Optional front pocket. Custom dope-dyed colours (MOQ 1 ton). Individually packed retail-ready options in compostable bags. Minimum 1 ton for fully custom production.
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
Food processing and central kitchens
single-shift hygienic aprons with FDA food-contact compliance — composted with organic waste instead of joining PE apron mountains in landfill
Hotel and restaurant F&B operations
fabric-hand disposable aprons for kitchen and service staff — brand-printable chest panel for a polished, uniformed look
Catering and event hospitality
one-use aprons that match a zero-waste event ethos — deploy 200 aprons for a gala dinner, compost 200 aprons the same night
Retail and food-service distributors
white-label OEM program — your brand, our PLA nonwoven, full EN 13432 + FDA documentation pack included for your customers' compliance files
HONEST TRANSPARENCY
Limitations & Storage
Water-resistant but not waterproof — prolonged contact with pooled liquids will penetrate the nonwoven structure; specify 60 gsm for high-liquid environments. Not designed for multi-shift reuse — PLA nonwoven is specified for single-shift disposal. Store in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight; shelf life is 12 months from date of manufacture.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is it food-safe?
Yes — the PLA spunbond nonwoven is FDA food-contact compliant and suitable for direct food-handling environments. The apron is manufactured in a food-grade certified workshop. For HACCP documentation, we provide the FDA compliance statement and EN 13432 certificate with every order.
Is it waterproof like a plastic apron?
PLA nonwoven is water-resistant — it repels light spills and splash — but not fully waterproof. For high-liquid environments (fish processing, butchering), specify the heavier 60 gsm variant or pair with a film apron underneath. Both options remain fully compostable.
How do staff dispose of it?
Into organic waste — the entire apron is certified industrial compostable (EN 13432). No separation of straps or ties required: every component is PLA. Facilities with organic-waste collection simply add the used apron to the green stream alongside food scraps.
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