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Are Biodegradable Dog Poop Bags Worth It?

2 days ago
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Yes, but only if the bag is certified compostable. A bag that simply says “biodegradable” may be no better for the planet than regular plastic. A certified compostable bag is the one that delivers on the promise.



Four checks before you buy

1.        A named standard. The bag should be certified to a recognised compostability standard, not just labelled “eco”.

2.        A certification body. An independent organisation should register the product. The brand should say which one.

3.        The raw material. Plant-based resins are a better sign than vague “plastic alternative” wording.

4.        Where it is made. Local manufacturing means a shorter supply chain and a company you can hold accountable.


How Earthmate measures up

•          Standard: NF T51-800:2015, a home compostability standard (see certification)

•          Certification body: DIN CERTCO, with a downloadable test report

•          Material: vegetable-based bioresins, not fossil-based resins

•          Made in: our own facility in Ontario, Canada, run by a family-owned company since 2015

They are also strong enough not to break when wet, so going green does not mean a messier walk.


Where to buy certified compostable dog poop bags

Order directly from earthmate.ca:


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