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Polythene Bags

Compostable Polythene Bags

Our Polycomp™ compostable bags are designed to make food waste disposal and eco-conscious packaging easy. Made from starch-based polythene, they break down naturally without the need for recycling, but they’re still strong enough to handle your everyday waste. Ideal for catering, hospitality, food retailers, or any business looking to reduce environmental impact.

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Product Specifications for Compostable Polythene Bags

Feature Details
Size 300mm – 4000mm
Thickness 12.5µm – 400µm
Material Polycomp™ (starch-based polythene)
Print Options Up to 8 colours
Supplied
  • Loose as singles
  • In boxes (10–15kg)
  • Perforated on the roll (15–35kg)

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Why Choose Polythene Compostable Food Waste Bags?

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Strong & Effective

Our bags are strong for everyday use, yet designed to break down naturally once disposed of within 10 days.
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Fully Compostable & Certified

Our bags meet EN13432, the European standard for industrial composting, breaking down naturally without recycling.
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Safe & Non-GMO

Made from plant-based materials without genetically modified organisms.
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Customisable

Available in multiple sizes, thicknesses, and print options - including logos, operational instructions, or waste labelling.
Compostable Bags

Recommended Uses

  • Food waste disposal in kitchens, restaurants, and canteens
  • Compostable liners for bins and collection points
  • Hospitality and retail environments aiming to reduce plastic impact
  • Office and commercial waste management
  • Events or promotional use for environmentally friendly initiatives
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Our Process

How to Order Your Compostable Bags

1

Choose Your Bags

Select size, thickness, print options, and quantity. Unsure? Our team will advise the best bag for your needs.
2

Request a Free Sample

Try the bag for strength, fit, and usability before placing a larger order.
3

Receive a Tailored Quote & Place Your Order

We’ll confirm pricing, minimum order quantities, and lead times. Orders can be placed via phone or email.
4

Delivery & Goods Check

Bags are carefully packed and dispatched. Inspect goods on arrival and contact our sales team for any issues.

FAQs

Are these bags 100% compostable?
Yes. Our Polycomp™ bags are EN13432 certified and break down naturally in industrial composting conditions.
Can I print logos or branding on the bags?
Yes, we offer up to 8 colours for branding, operational instructions, or waste labelling.
How strong are these bags?
They are durable for everyday use and will hold organic waste securely until disposal.
Can these bags be recycled?
While fully compostable, they are not designed for traditional recycling. They break down naturally instead.
Are they food safe?
Yes, made from 100% non-GMO starch-based polythene suitable for food waste and contact.
Do you offer bulk orders?
Yes. Contact our team for minimum quantities, pricing, and delivery options.
What is the lead time for delivery?
Stock items typically dispatch next day within the UK for orders placed before 2 pm. Custom sizes or printed bags may require additional production time.
Payment options
We accept invoicing on account (subject to approval), proforma payments, and other trade-friendly methods.
How can Polycomp™ be supplied?
  • Loose as singles
  • In boxes of 10kg to 15kg or in pallet boxes
  • Perforated on the roll: approx 15kg to 35kg
    • How Does Polycomp™ Work?

    Fully compostable within ten days in the right environment, yet strong and effective during use, our Polycomp™ compostable bags are fully EN13432 certified and provide an excellent green solution to your packaging and marketing needs.

    Our Polycomp™ bags are 100% compostable and have been certified by French manufacturer Barbier SAS as officially containing NO Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) and having been produced FREE from GMO materials.

    This completely supports our work in developing a totally green alternative to regular polythene bags.

    Do you have a brochure of Polycomp™

    Yes, you can download it here.

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