1. December 2018 Compostable Labeling Bill
WSRA Fall Policy Forum
December Compostable Labeling Bill

2. TERMINOLOGY Biodegradable– Marine degradable , compostable, etc.
Capable of being broken down especially into innocuous products by the action of living things.
Biodegradable does not mean anything to a composter.
But consumers may confuse these terms.

3. Biodegradable
Biodegradable Heavyweight Black Plastic Spoon

4. On the Shelves/Online Shopping

5. Bill Specifics Environmental marketing claims
Recognized standards to prove
Compost facility decides on acceptance
Packaging and plastic products
Food packaging and food serviceware
Additives, windows,
Plastic films
Readily and easily identifiable
Comply with FTC

6. Bill Specifics Proof when requested supplied within 90 days
Enforcement
1st violation - Civil penalty of $2,000
2nd violation – up to $5,000
3rd violation – up to $10,000
Violation deemed to occur upon the sale of non-compliant product
Unique by item number