[USCC] Biodegradabiloty tests

[Will Brinton]

Dear Etan et al.

Our laboratory performs various ASTM, ISO and EN methods for aerobic 
(and anaerobic) biodegradability.

My understanding is that for all practical and certification purposes 
the tests are synonymous.  In fact many USA approved products  have been 
certified-tested in Europe under  ISO 14855 / EN 13432, considered 
equivalent to ASTM D6400.

We prepared a listing of test methods and their equivalents available as 
a free download  at:
http://www.woodsend.org/pdf-files/DIN-Certco-list.pdf

Thank you

William Brinton
Woods End Laboratories inc.


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>    1. EN13432 vs. ASTM D6400 (Ethan Rosch)
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> Subject:
> [USCC] EN13432 vs. ASTM D6400
> From:
> Ethan Rosch <ethan at energycollective.com>
> Date:
> Wed, 9 Jul 2008 08:19:49 -0400
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> Hello Compost world.
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> Quick question on EN13432 vs. ASTM D6400.
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> Does the EU certificate EN13432 for compostable materials meet and/or 
> exceed the BPI ASTM D6400?
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> Do composting facilities in the US generally accept materials that 
> have the EN13432 certification?
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> thank you,
> Ethan
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