{"id":2372,"date":"2025-12-18T10:44:13","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T10:44:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/?p=2372"},"modified":"2025-12-18T10:44:22","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T10:44:22","slug":"can-biodegradable-plastic-packaging-go-in-the-food-waste-bin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/vi\/can-biodegradable-plastic-packaging-go-in-the-food-waste-bin\/","title":{"rendered":"Bao b\u00ec nh\u1ef1a ph\u00e2n h\u1ee7y sinh h\u1ecdc c\u00f3 th\u1ec3 b\u1ecf v\u00e0o th\u00f9ng r\u00e1c th\u1ef1c ph\u1ea9m kh\u00f4ng?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Walk through any modern supermarket, and you will quickly notice an increasing number of products labeled \u201cbiodegradable plastic.\u201d Produce bags, coffee capsules, takeaway containers \u2014 all carrying what appears to be a green passport. The message seems simple: dispose of it responsibly, and you have done your part for the planet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The reality, however, is far more complex. Not all <strong>biodegradable plastic packaging<\/strong> is designed to break down in the same way, nor can it be discarded anywhere without consequences, according to researchers. In many cases, placing it in the wrong waste stream may do more harm than good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now let&#8217;s explore it with Zhongjia Printing, an <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/vi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nh\u00e0 s\u1ea3n xu\u1ea5t bao b\u00ec linh ho\u1ea1t chuy\u00ean nghi\u1ec7p<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">M\u1ee5c l\u1ee5c<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"B\u1eadt\/t\u1eaft M\u1ee5c l\u1ee5c\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Chuy\u1ec3n \u0111\u1ed5i<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/vi\/can-biodegradable-plastic-packaging-go-in-the-food-waste-bin\/#%E2%80%9CBiodegradable%E2%80%9D_Does_Not_Mean_%E2%80%9CBiodegrades_Anywhere%E2%80%9D\" >\u201cBiodegradable\u201d Does Not Mean \u201cBiodegrades Anywhere\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/vi\/can-biodegradable-plastic-packaging-go-in-the-food-waste-bin\/#The_Hidden_Barriers_of_the_Food_Waste_Bin\" >The Hidden Barriers of the Food Waste Bin<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/vi\/can-biodegradable-plastic-packaging-go-in-the-food-waste-bin\/#How_to_Dispose_of_Biodegradable_Plastic_Packaging_Correctly\" >How to Dispose of Biodegradable Plastic Packaging Correctly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/vi\/can-biodegradable-plastic-packaging-go-in-the-food-waste-bin\/#Conclusion\" >K\u1ebft lu\u1eadn<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/vi\/can-biodegradable-plastic-packaging-go-in-the-food-waste-bin\/#About_Zhongjia_Printing\" >Gi\u1edbi thi\u1ec7u v\u1ec1 Zhongjia Printing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CBiodegradable%E2%80%9D_Does_Not_Mean_%E2%80%9CBiodegrades_Anywhere%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>\u201cBiodegradable\u201d Does Not Mean \u201cBiodegrades Anywhere\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The core of biodegradable plastic packaging refers to items that can be decomposed into water, carbon dioxide, and humus by microorganisms under specific conditions. But the term &#8216;specific conditions&#8217; is the most easily overlooked among them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Generally speaking, industrial composting materials require special environments such as sustained high temperatures of 50-60 \u2103, sufficient humidity, and oxygen to achieve. This condition is difficult to achieve in one&#8217;s own compost bin or natural soil for biodegradable plastic packaging needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The PPWR regulation, which will be implemented by the European Union in 2025, explicitly requires that only materials that meet the EN 13432 standard and can be completely degraded within 180 days can be labeled as &#8220;industrial biodegradable plastics&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1143\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Biodegradable-plastic-bags-break-down-naturally-within-months-rather-than-centuries-2048x1143-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Biodegradable-plastic-bags-break-down-naturally-within-months-rather-than-centuries-2048x1143-1.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Biodegradable-plastic-bags-break-down-naturally-within-months-rather-than-centuries-2048x1143-1-768x429.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Biodegradable-plastic-bags-break-down-naturally-within-months-rather-than-centuries-2048x1143-1-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Biodegradable-plastic-bags-break-down-naturally-within-months-rather-than-centuries-2048x1143-1-1200x670.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Biodegradable-plastic-bags-break-down-naturally-within-months-rather-than-centuries-2048x1143-1-600x335.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unfortunately, there is a huge difference in the garbage disposal capacity among different cities in China. Some high-end residential areas in Shanghai will be equipped with professional composting equipment that can receive BPI-certified corn starch bags; However, kitchen waste in Beijing, Guangzhou, and other places is still mainly fermented anaerobically, with insufficient temperature, which does not meet the composting conditions. Therefore, in these cities, biodegradable plastic bags have become &#8220;plastic impurities&#8221; instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Hidden_Barriers_of_the_Food_Waste_Bin\"><\/span>The Hidden Barriers of the Food Waste Bin<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if the packaging itself is a biodegradable plastic material, whether it can truly achieve environmental protection depends on two practical factors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pollution risk: Biodegradable plastic packaging, like takeaway boxes, that is covered in oil stains, if not cleaned thoroughly, may be classified as other garbage and incinerated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>System compatibility: Some local governments have explicitly stipulated that only &#8220;BPI certified biodegradable plastic packagings&#8221; are allowed to enter green kitchen waste bins, and must be &#8220;limited to food residues only&#8221; &#8211; even coffee filter paper and tea bags need to be additionally confirmed for biodegradability.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The situation domestically is more complex. Many cities require &#8216;broken bag disposal&#8217;: people have to dump kitchen waste into bins, while bags are thrown separately into other garbage. This means that even if the bag is biodegradable plastic, it may still be directly discarded by residents due to the cumbersome operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/biodegradable-plastic-packaging-in-waste-bin.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2376\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/biodegradable-plastic-packaging-in-waste-bin.webp 1080w, https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/biodegradable-plastic-packaging-in-waste-bin-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/biodegradable-plastic-packaging-in-waste-bin-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/biodegradable-plastic-packaging-in-waste-bin-12x12.webp 12w, https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/biodegradable-plastic-packaging-in-waste-bin-600x600.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/biodegradable-plastic-packaging-in-waste-bin-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/biodegradable-plastic-packaging-in-waste-bin-100x100.webp 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Dispose_of_Biodegradable_Plastic_Packaging_Correctly\"><\/span>How to Dispose of Biodegradable Plastic Packaging Correctly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Three-step judgment method:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2460<strong> Look at the label: <\/strong>Identify the &#8220;Industrial Compost&#8221; or &#8220;Home Compost&#8221; certification mark (such as BPI, OK Compost).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2461 <strong>Check locally:<\/strong> Call the municipal hotline to confirm if the area accepts biodegradable plastic materials.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2462 <strong>Pre-treatment<\/strong>: Clean and dry before disposal to avoid contaminating other garbage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If there is no biodegradable plastic packaging recycling area in the community, the following alternative solutions can be used:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>-Short-term storage:<\/strong> Replace disposable packaging with reusable silicone bags or stainless steel boxes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>-Home composting:<\/strong> The yard composting bin can handle fruit peels and vegetable leaves, but it is necessary to avoid mixing biodegradable plastics (with a long decomposition cycle).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>-Community recycling: <\/strong>Some cities have dedicated boxes for &#8220;biodegradable plastics&#8221; that can be collected and disposed of in one go.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>K\u1ebft lu\u1eadn<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ultimately, biodegradable plastic packaging demands clarity and context. Its environmental promise hinges on matching specific degradation conditions\u2014industrial or home compost\u2014and avoiding contamination. Consumers and brands must verify labels, check local facilities, and prioritize reuse. When aligned with real systems, biodegradable plastic packaging can advance sustainability practically, turning intent into credible impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Zhongjia_Printing\"><\/span>Gi\u1edbi thi\u1ec7u v\u1ec1 Zhongjia Printing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"978\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Custom-Flexible-Packaging-Manufacturer.webp\" alt=\"Nh\u00e0 s\u1ea3n xu\u1ea5t bao b\u00ec linh ho\u1ea1t theo y\u00eau c\u1ea7u\" class=\"wp-image-1711\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Custom-Flexible-Packaging-Manufacturer.webp 1920w, https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Custom-Flexible-Packaging-Manufacturer-768x391.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Custom-Flexible-Packaging-Manufacturer-18x9.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Custom-Flexible-Packaging-Manufacturer-1200x611.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Custom-Flexible-Packaging-Manufacturer-600x306.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zhongjia Printing is an <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/vi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nh\u00e0 s\u1ea3n xu\u1ea5t bao b\u00ec linh ho\u1ea1t chuy\u00ean nghi\u1ec7p<\/a><\/strong> focused on delivering reliable <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/vi\/custom-flexible-packaging-printing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">c\u00e1c gi\u1ea3i ph\u00e1p \u0111\u00f3ng g\u00f3i linh ho\u1ea1t theo y\u00eau c\u1ea7u<\/a><\/strong> directly from our own production facilities. Our factory operates under internationally recognized safety and compliance standards, ensuring stable quality across every order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sustainability is built into our process, with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zkprintpack.com\/vi\/water-based-ink-printing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">in b\u1eb1ng m\u1ef1c g\u1ed1c n\u01b0\u1edbc<\/a><\/strong> adopted to reduce emissions and support environmentally responsible packaging. This approach allows us to balance performance, visual clarity, and environmental accountability\u2014making Zhongjia Printing a factory partner you can trust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Walk through any modern supermarket, and you will quickly notice an increasing number of products labeled \u201cbiodegradable plastic.\u201d Produce bags, coffee capsules, takeaway containers \u2014 all carrying what appears to be a green passport. The message seems simple: dispose of it responsibly, and you have done your part for the planet. 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