The term biodegradable doesnt mean anything because everything is biodegradable eventually. Legislation in the USA forbids the term ‘biodegradable’ to appear on any product unless that product is shown to break down into elements in nature within 5 years. The problem is, in Australia regular plastic bags are being labelled ‘Biodegradable’. This misleads consumers to think these bags are made from plant matter and will return to nature which isn’t always the case. In Australia we allow companies to use the term ‘Biodegradable’ without proof, this issue is being challenged and companies will need to provide transparency, evidence and will be held accountable for any claims.
