As manufacturers accelerate the development of biodegradable polymers, compostable packaging, coated paper, adhesives and sustainable consumer products, demonstrating environmental performance through recognized testing standards has become increasingly important. Material selection alone is not sufficient to establish compostability. The complete product, including coatings, additives, inks and adhesives, must be evaluated against applicable requirements under defined composting conditions.
This advanced expert-led technical training provides a practical understanding of biodegradability testing, compostability assessment and product certification using internationally recognized ASTM, EN and ISO standards. Participants will examine laboratory procedures for aerobic biodegradation, disintegration, ecotoxicity and material characterization, along with the technical evidence required for industrial and home compostability certification.
Through real-world product examples, testing scenarios and certification considerations, the session connects laboratory measurements with product development and compliance decisions. Participants will master how to interpret test results, evaluate multi-material products, identify potential certification barriers and prepare more effective testing strategies for US, European and international markets.
What Problem This Training Solves
Unclear testing requirements: Identifies the appropriate ASTM, EN and ISO standards for different products and composting environments.
Conflicting laboratory results: Clarifies how to interpret biodegradation, disintegration and ecotoxicity findings.
Unexpected certification failures: Addresses the effects of coatings, inks, adhesives, additives and product thickness.
Industrial versus home compostability confusion: Explains different testing conditions and certification expectations.
Repeated testing costs: Helps identify documentation gaps and testing priorities before laboratory submission.
Unsupported environmental claims: Connects technical evidence with defensible biodegradability and compostability declarations.
Why Attend?
Understand practical differences between ASTM D6400, ASTM D6868, EN 13432 and relevant ISO test methods.
Learn how biodegradation, disintegration, ecotoxicity and constituent assessments are performed and evaluated.
Interpret laboratory reports, including mineralization results, test validity and compliance-related findings.
Assess compostability considerations for PLA, PBAT, PHA, coated paper and multilayer packaging.
Understand BPI, TÜV AUSTRIA and industrial versus home compostability certification pathways.
Apply practical testing and documentation strategies to support product development and certification readiness.
Who Should Attend?
Polymer & Bioplastics R&D Scientists developing biodegradable and compostable materials.
Packaging Engineers & Developers working with films, molded products, coated paper and laminates.
Formulation Chemists developing adhesives, coatings, inks and additives for compostable applications.
Testing Laboratory Professionals involved in biodegradation, disintegration and ecotoxicity assessments.
Regulatory & Compliance Specialists managing certification requirements and environmental claims.
Quality Assurance & Product Certification Teams reviewing test reports and technical documentation.
Sustainability & Technical Managers responsible for material qualification and product development.
Training Outline
Biodegradation Mechanisms, Material Behavior & Compostability Assessment
ASTM, EN & ISO Standards
Laboratory Biodegradation & Disintegration Testing
Testing Complex Formulations & Finished Products
Product Certification & International Requirements
Practical Case Studies & Testing Strateg
Expert Q&A Session
Build Confidence in Biodegradability Testing & Compostability Certification
Gain practical expertise in international test standards, laboratory evaluation, result interpretation and certification requirements for biodegradable and compostable products. Register Now
