Household cleaning products manufacturer SC Johnson has introduced the new Ziploc Brand Compostable Bags, which provide better storage solutions that help reduce landfill waste.
According to the US-based company, the bags have been designed for use in commercial composting facilities that accept food scraps and compostable bags.
The launch of the new bags helps to save plastic from ending up in landfills, without sacrificing freshness or convenience of the food.
SC Johnson global corporate affairs, communication and sustainability senior vice president Kelly Semrau said the company aims to make new household products that are better for the environment and future generations, as part of its sustainability efforts.
"The introduction of our new Ziploc Brand Compostable Bags is an extension of that commitment and we are proud to make products that have a positive impact, without compromising the quality that our consumers expect," Semrau said.
Ziploc Brand Compostable bags are available in three varieties including Ziploc Brand Compostable Sandwich Bags; Ziploc Brand Compostable Food Storage Bags; and Ziploc Brand Compostable Food Scrap Bags.
All bag types are claimed to be certified compostable under ASTM D6400 by the Biodegradable Products Institute.
The bags are less efficient than commercial composting facilities, which are designed to ensure proper conditions for the ideal compost and are hence not suitable for backyard composting.
