The problem with plastic bags — and the better alternative.
The Problem
Every conventional plastic bag you use today will still exist 500 to 1,000 years from now. They do not biodegrade — they break apart into microscopic fragments called microplastics, contaminating soil, waterways, and eventually the food we eat.
Canada alone disposes of billions of plastic bags every year. Most end up in landfill. Many end up in nature.
1,000+
Years to break apart
∞
Microplastics released
The BagToNature Solution
BagToNature bags are made with BASF ecovio® — a certified plant-based material composed of ecoflex® (PBAT) and PLA (polylactic acid). Unlike conventional plastic, ecovio® is engineered to break down completely under industrial composting conditions — leaving behind no plastic residue, no microplastics, and no trace.
They are BPI Certified, meaning they have been independently tested and passed the ASTM D6400 standard — the most rigorous certification for compostable plastics in North America.
What BPI Certified Means
BPI (Biodegradable Products Institute) is North America's most recognized compostability certifier. A BPI Certified product has been independently tested against the ASTM D6400 standard and confirmed to biodegrade fully under industrial composting conditions.
BPI Certified products are accepted by municipal composting programs across Canada and the USA — including green bin programs.
Composting 101
Do This
- Place the entire bag — contents and all — in your green bin
- Accepted by most municipal composting programs in Canada and the USA
Not This
- Do not place in your blue recycling bin
- Not designed for home backyard composting
Check with your local municipality to confirm green bin acceptance in your area.
Still as Strong as Plastic
Switching to compostable does not mean compromising on performance. BagToNature bags offer the same puncture resistance and leak protection as conventional plastic bags — built to handle food scraps, yard waste, and heavy loads without fail.