FAQ's
Q: What is meant by the term biodegradable?A: A biodegradable product has the ability to breakdown, safely and relatively quickly, by biological means into raw materials of nature and disappears into the environment.
Q: How does your bag differ from the normal plastic bag?
A: Bioplast is exclusively the only manufacturer in the world to offer Biodegradable bags/films that completely decomposes within 6 months, consequently eliminating the crucial plastic waste factor. Bioplast has a commitment to the environment and an obligation to all mankind to protect the earth for future generations.
Q: What is the difference between degradable and biodegradable bags?
A: A: Degradable bags, which are currently supplied world over by other companies, partly breakdown however not completely. The result of this action is the remains of the plastic shreds, which then become harmful to the environment. A biodegradable bag on the other hand completely disappears and is compostable, hence enhancing the nutritive value of the remaining soil.
Protecting the environment
is our business
Q: What is the difference between starch based biodegradable and polymer biodegradable bags?
A: Starch is the reserve carbohydrate of plants. The modification of its properties by chemical means is a key factor in its use in corn-starch based biodegradable bags which has a cost addition of 30%-35%. These bags are not as strong or durable as polymer (plastic) bags. Also starch based products can comprise of genetically modified crops (GM Crops).
Bioplast is using its own (patented) unique formula of bacteria enzyme base substrate which is the only biotechnology in the world that is completely bio-degradable as per ASTM and EN/ISO standards with a very low cost addition.
Q: Is your product compostable?
A: Yes. As previously mentioned our biodegradable products are compostable, and non-toxic, hence enhancing the nutritive value of the remaining soil.
Q: What is the shelf life of your product ?
A: Our products have a shelf life of up to 18-24 months in packed conditions.
Q: How long does it take for the biodegradation to take place?
A: Biodegradation takes place between 3-6 months once buried depending on the soil conditions.
Q: Have your products been tested by any relevant bodies?
A: Bioplast has carried out all relevant testing for its products successfully by recognised Laboratory's for ASTM and EN/ISO standards
A: Starch is the reserve carbohydrate of plants. The modification of its properties by chemical means is a key factor in its use in corn-starch based biodegradable bags which has a cost addition of 30%-35%. These bags are not as strong or durable as polymer (plastic) bags. Also starch based products can comprise of genetically modified crops (GM Crops).
Bioplast is using its own (patented) unique formula of bacteria enzyme base substrate which is the only biotechnology in the world that is completely bio-degradable as per ASTM and EN/ISO standards with a very low cost addition.
Q: Is your product compostable?
A: Yes. As previously mentioned our biodegradable products are compostable, and non-toxic, hence enhancing the nutritive value of the remaining soil.
Q: What is the shelf life of your product ?
A: Our products have a shelf life of up to 18-24 months in packed conditions.
Q: How long does it take for the biodegradation to take place?
A: Biodegradation takes place between 3-6 months once buried depending on the soil conditions.
Q: Have your products been tested by any relevant bodies?
A: Bioplast has carried out all relevant testing for its products successfully by recognised Laboratory's for ASTM and EN/ISO standards