Compostable Food Caddy Bags
Compostable Food Caddy Bags — BPI + OK Compost Certified Liners for Municipal Organics Programs
| Material | PLA+PBAT+Corn Starch (municipal-grade formulation) |
| Thickness | 16–25 microns |
| Dimensions | 5L / 7L / 10L / 25L (standard); custom sizes available |
| MOQ | 60 cartons (approx. 1 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-05
Dual-certified food caddy bags for municipal organics collection, carrying both ASTM D6400 (BPI) and EN 13432 (OK Compost) certifications. Engineered for the complete journey from kitchen caddy through transport to composting facility: leak-resistant for 72+ hours, 5 kg wet-weigh
The dual certification is the strategic advantage for cross-border municipal programs or distributors serving both North American and European markets. A single SKU covers both regulatory frameworks, simplifying procurement and eliminating the risk of stocking the wrong certifica
Where it sits in our range. ES-FB-05 is the highest-specification municipal caddy liner we offer.
When not to specify it. If your program operates exclusively in Europe and does not require ASTM D6400, ES-FB-04 provides equivalent performance with OK Compost HOME certification at a lower cost.
When not to specify it. If your program operates exclusively in Europe and does not require ASTM D6400, ES-FB-04 provides equivalent performance with OK Compost HOME certification at a lower cost. If you are buying for a small pilot program below 60
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 (municipal-grade formulation) |
| Thickness | 16–25 microns |
| Dimensions | 5L / 7L / 10L / 25L (standard); custom sizes available |
| Color | Green / Natural / White / Custom printed |
| Capacity | 5–25 liters (up to 5 kg wet weight) |
| Pack Count | 20–50 count per pack depending on size; 500 packs per carton |
| MOQ | 60 cartons (approx. 1 ton) |
| Lead Time | 15–25 days |
| Carton Dimensions | 42 x 32 x 22 cm |
| Certifications | EN 13432, OK Compost HOME, OK Compost INDUSTRIAL, TÜV |
OEM / ODM
Customization Options
Custom size from 5L to 25L capacity. Closure type options: flap, drawstring, handle-tie. Municipal white-label production with program-specific printing, collection instructions, and QR codes. Up to 4-color flexographic printing. Roll or flat-pack packaging. Minimum 500 kg for fully custom production. Stock sizes from 60 cartons.
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 Curbside Organics Collection
City-wide food waste diversion programs — the procurement-standard compostable caddy liner trusted by municipalities across Europe and North America
Multi-Unit Residential Buildings
Apartment and condominium organics programs requiring reliable, leak-resistant bags that residents will actually use consistently — reduces contamination in organics streams
Restaurant and Commercial Food Service
Pre-consumer and post-consumer food waste collection in certified-compostable bags that survive the kitchen-to-dumpster journey without failure
HONEST TRANSPARENCY
Limitations & Storage
Maximum wet waste containment of 72 hours at ambient temperature — beyond this threshold, seepage risk increases progressively. Not suitable for garden or yard waste containing sharp materials (branches, thorns, woody stems) that may puncture the film. The standard gauge (16–25μm) is industrial compostable certified; for home compostable certification at these sizes, see our ES-FB-04 product line which uses a thinner, home-compost-optimized formulation.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What full certification package do these bags carry?
ASTM D6400 (BPI certified and verifiable at bpiworld.org), EN 13432 (OK Compost INDUSTRIAL by TUV Austria), and additionally OK Compost HOME (TUV Austria) for the standard thickness grades. This comprehensive certification suite covers municipal program requirements in North America, the European Union, the United Kingdom, and Australia. All certificates are provided with every shipment.
How do these compare to your lighter home compostable caddy bags (ES-FB-04)?
The municipal food caddy bags (ES-FB-05) are thicker at 16–25μm versus 14–18μm and are optimized for municipal collection programs where bags may sit in outdoor bins for extended periods before collection. The home compostable caddy bags (ES-FB-04) are thinner, more cost-sensitive, and optimized for direct-to-compost use by households. Choose ES-FB-05 for municipal distribution; choose ES-FB-04 for retail consumer sale.
Do you supply municipalities directly, and what are the terms?
Yes — we work directly with municipal procurement departments worldwide. Standard terms: FOB or CIF shipping, letter of credit or T/T payment, 15–25 day production lead time. We provide complete documentation packages for municipal procurement compliance including all certificates, SGS test reports (updated every 90 days), factory audit documentation, and a signed statement of compliance. References available from current municipal clients.
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