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What does the #7 code on your products mean? What number is used for bioplastics?
<p>
The number inside the chasing arrow symbol is called a resin code - it indicates the type of plastic the product is made with. On our products, the #7 code indicates PLA. </p>
<p>In the wider world of plastic containers, the #7 is a catchall category that includes a variety of plastics and plastic composites. So keep in mind that not all containers labeled with #7 are made with PLA. Look for additional labeling like "Compostable" or "BPI" to determine if a container is compostable.</p>
<p><strong>Learn More</strong><br />
<a href="http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/materials/plastics.htm" target="_blank">US EPA Resource Conservation Page for Plastics </a><br />
<a href="http://www.bpiworld.org/" target="_blank">Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) </a> </p>
The number inside the chasing arrow symbol is called a resin code - it indicates the type of plastic the product is made with. On our products, the #7 code indicates PLA. </p>
<p>In the wider world of plastic containers, the #7 is a catchall category that includes a variety of plastics and plastic composites. So keep in mind that not all containers labeled with #7 are made with PLA. Look for additional labeling like "Compostable" or "BPI" to determine if a container is compostable.</p>
<p><strong>Learn More</strong><br />
<a href="http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/materials/plastics.htm" target="_blank">US EPA Resource Conservation Page for Plastics </a><br />
<a href="http://www.bpiworld.org/" target="_blank">Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) </a> </p>
