2. Global Biodegradability Certifications & Compliance
To ensure international compliance, our biodegradable rain ponchos are tested against the strictest standards:

International Standards (ISO Certified)
- ISO 14855 β Measures biodegradability under controlled composting conditions
- ISO 17088 β Defines safety and biodegradability requirements for compostable plastics
- ISO 15985 β Tests biodegradation in anaerobic digestion environments
- ISO 18606 β Certification for compostable materials used in packaging
European Union Standards (EN Certified)
- EN 13432 β Most recognized compostability standard in the EU; requires:
- At least 90% biodegradation within 6 months
- Heavy metal limits & eco-toxicity tests to ensure soil safety
- Certification for OK Compost & Seedling logos
- EN 14995 β Similar to EN 13432, but applies to non-packaging biodegradable plastics
TΓV Austria OK Compost Industrial & Home certification is available upon request.
United States Standards (ASTM Certified)
- ASTM D6400 β Compostable plastic standard, ensuring full degradation in industrial composting facilities
- ASTM D6868 β Certification for compostable coatings and laminated products
- ASTM D5338 β Measures biodegradation speed in controlled environments
Japan (JIS) & China (GB/T) Standards
- JIS K 6953 β Japanese standard equivalent to ISO 14855
- GB/T 19277.1-2011 β Chinaβs industrial composting standard (similar to ISO 14855)
- GB/T 20197-2006 β Official classification for biodegradable plastics in China
Other International Certifications
- AS 4736 (Australia) β Compostability standard for industrial composting
- AS 5810 (Australia) β Certification for home composting
- BNQ 9011-911 (Canada) β Industrial composting certification
- EU Ecolabel β Recognized certification for environmentally responsible products