End of Product Life

3.a Product must be commercially compostable (Bronze)

3.b Product must be labeled for compostability

3.b.1 Product must be clearly labeled “commercially compostable” if a composting infrastructure exists

3.b.1.a The logo of the verification agency must be displayed on the product (Bronze)

3.b.1.b Labeling must distinguish compostable from non‐compostable products (Bronze)

3.b.2 Product must have additional labeling when sold in an area where no commercial composting is available (Bronze)

3.c The product must be compostable at mesophilic temperatures, typical of some backyard/home composting systems (Silver)

3.d Product must be biodegradable in an aquatic environment

3.d.1 Product must be biodegradable in a marine environment (Gold)

3.d.2 Product must be biodegradable in freshwater (Gold)