Certifications Explained
- Jenny
- Jan 23
- 3 min read
Understanding Compostability & Food Contact Standards at MANA ECO
At MANA ECO, certifications are not marketing labels.They are verification tools that confirm our sugarcane bagasse tableware meets international compostability, food safety, and material performance standards.
This page explains what each certification means, how it applies to molded fiber packaging, and why it matters for importers, distributors, and regulators.
Why Certifications Matter in Compostable Food Packaging
Compostable packaging is highly regulated.Not all “eco-friendly” claims are equal.
For molded fiber products such as sugarcane bagasse plates, bowls, and containers, certifications confirm three critical things:
The material contains no plastic
The product safely contacts food
The product breaks down without harmful residue
As a manufacturer, we design our production process to meet these requirements from raw material to finished product.
Industrial Compostability Certifications
EN 13432 (Europe)
What it isEN 13432 is the European standard for industrial compostable packaging.
What it verifies
Complete biodegradation under industrial composting conditions
No toxic residues in compost
No negative impact on plant growth
Controlled disintegration within a defined timeframe
Why it mattersEN 13432 is widely required across the EU for compostable food packaging.Sugarcane bagasse products that meet this standard are accepted by most European industrial composting facilities.
Applicability
Trays and bowls
BPI Certification (North America)
What it isBPI (Biodegradable Products Institute) certification confirms compliance with ASTM D6400 / D6868 standards in the United States and Canada.
What it verifies
Industrial compostability
No plastic contamination
Material compatibility with composting systems
Why it mattersMany composting facilities in North America only accept BPI-certified products.Without it, compostable packaging is often rejected regardless of material.
Food Contact Safety Certifications
FDA (United States)
What it isFDA compliance confirms that materials are safe for food contact under U.S. regulations.
What it verifies
No harmful chemical migration
Safe contact with hot, cold, oily, and wet foods
Why it mattersRequired for food packaging imported into or distributed within the U.S. market.
LFGB (European Union)
What it isLFGB is the strictest food contact regulation in the EU.
What it verifies
Migration limits for substances
Safety under heat and prolonged contact
Suitability for repeated food exposure
Why it mattersLFGB compliance is often requested by European distributors, supermarkets, and foodservice brands.
Certifications are only one part of our sustainability strategy.
Learn why MANA ECO focuses on certified compostable materials for long-term compliance.
Material Integrity & Plastic-Free Assurance
Plastic-Free Verification
True sugarcane bagasse products:
Contain no PLA coating
Contain no petroleum-based additives
Leave no microplastic residue
Unlike some “biodegradable plastics,” molded fiber made from bagasse breaks down into organic matter only.
This distinction is why composting facilities frequently accept bagasse—but reject many biodegradable plastics.
Home Compostability (Practical Reality)
While most certifications focus on industrial composting, many bagasse products can also decompose in home composting environments.
Factors that affect home composting:
Product thickness
Moisture levels
Compost temperature
Turning frequency
Thin-walled bagasse tableware typically decomposes within several months under active home composting conditions.
How MANA ECO Ensures Certification Compliance
Certifications are not applied after production—they are built into the process.
At MANA ECO, compliance starts with:
Controlled raw material sourcing
Fiber purity management
Molded fiber density control
In-process inspections
Batch-level quality checks
This manufacturing-first approach ensures consistent compliance across large-scale production runs.
Certifications as a Manufacturing Signal
For regulators, buyers, and composting facilities, certifications answer one key question:
Can this product be trusted at scale?
For Google and search engines, certifications combined with manufacturing transparency confirm that MANA ECO is:
A real producer
A material specialist
A compliant supplier
Summary: Certification Is Proof, Not a Claim
Sugarcane bagasse packaging only works when performance, safety, and compostability align.
At MANA ECO, certifications validate what our manufacturing process already delivers:
Plastic-free materials
Food-safe performance
Compostability without compromise
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