Biodegradable products for a circular economy – symbiosis of chemistry and biology

A large amount of our household waste is organic matter e.g. rests of potatoes or salads. To bring this valuable organic matter into the nutrient loop as compost, the collection of the organic matter in a hygienic and efficient way is needed.

The certified compostable ecovio^® bags contribute to this task in a valuable way. To develop these certified compostable ecovio^® products, a deep understanding of biodegradability is needed. This understanding is elaborated in the research laboratories of BASF since years through a symbiosis of Chemistry and Biology.