Certification Scope Verification for Industrial Compostable Packaging Materials
Verify industrial compostability claims by matching finished pack wall thickness and ink coverage against public register scope lines before shipping.
TÜV AUSTRIA
Certification Body
Independent third-party auditing organizations provide testing and certification services to verify that materials comply with international ecological and safety standards. Operating globally, tüv austria manages some of the most widely recognized certification schemes for compostable, bio-based, recycled and biodegradable materials. Their certification marks provide a trusted assurance of environmental compliance for paper and polymer manufacturers.
Compostability Seal
The organization administers the OK Compost certification program, which evaluates products for both industrial and home composting suitability. To earn the home composting mark, materials must demonstrate complete biodegradation and disintegration at lower, variable temperatures typical of a backyard compost heap. The testing involves strict laboratory protocols to check for the absence of heavy metals, fluorine levels, ecotoxicity and physical disintegration.
Manufacturers submit their packaging boards or finished bags to these certified laboratories to obtain the right to print the corresponding compostability logo on their retail products.
Market Validation
Securing these ecological labels helps packaging suppliers meet the demands of retailers and consumers who prioritize sustainable materials. It distinguishes truly compostable packaging from products that make unverified green claims. Partnering with tüv austria allows paper mills and converting plants to validate their environmental claims through a rigorous, scientifically backed process that is recognized by waste authorities worldwide.