Product Features & More FAQs
Are HoldOn bags certified?
HoldOn bags are certified to be compostable by both the BPI (Biodegradable Products Institute) as well as the TUV Austria Institute. TUV Austria is the most intensive certifying body for compostable goods. HoldOn bags (with the exception of our Tall
What are HoldOn bags made from?
HoldOn bags are made from plant-based ingredients such as cornstarch as well as other compostable polymers (PBAT, PLA, Calcium Carbonate (or mineral deposit)). Learn more about our materials here.
Are HoldOn kitchen bags nontoxic?
We're proud to use plant-based materials such as cornstarch and other compostable polymers that are necessary for our products to properly break down in a timely manner when placed in a composting environment. Our HoldOn kitchen zipseal bags are also
What is HoldOn's packaging made of?
We use minimal packaging to reduce the impact of single-use waste on the planet. Our packaging is all recyclable and have been certified by the FSC.
Are HoldOn bags BPA, PFAS and phthalates free?
Yes! We're proud to say that our HoldOn bags are BPA, PFAS (or "forever chemicals") and phthalates free. Additionally, our HoldOn bags are BPS and BSE certified free.
Are HoldOn bags made from non-GMO corn?
Yes! The cornstarch used to manufacture our HoldOn bags is derived from non-GMO corn.
Do HoldOn bags undergo fluorination at any stage in their development/production?
No, our HoldOn bags do not undergo fluorination at any stage in their development or production. Our bags are also BSE/BPA free.
What are the roles that each ingredient plays in your bags?
PBAT - Binding agent and main material of compostable bags that keeps all ingredients intact and also helps expedite the breakdown process of the ingredients once moisture or bacteria are introduced as part of the decomposing / break down process. PL
Do HoldOn bags create microplastics?
When composted properly in a composting environment, our HoldOn bags are designed to break down cleanly, without creating microplastics or toxic residue.
What happens to HoldOn bags if they end up in a landfill?
In an ideal world, all compostable products will end up in an industrial or home composting environment, and single-use traditional plastic will be out of sight with the switch to compostable products and packaging. Unfortunately, that is not the cas
Are your bags CMA approved?
CMA stands for Compost Manufacturing Alliance, a 3rd party agency that tests and certifies compostable products in both lab and field testing environments to properly vet compostable products in an industrial/commercial environment. HoldOn bags is no
Can I use HoldOn bags for my local compost collection?
Unfortunately, there are so many variations out there when it comes to local compost collection and which composting facilities allow compostable products to be picked up with food and other organic scraps (such as our HoldOn bags). We recommend chec