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How long will compostable plates, cups, and bowls take to break down?

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How long will compostable plates, cups, and bowls take to break down?

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These items break down in a few months in domestic compost conditions. When immersed in water at room temperature, disintegration takes 1 week. At the present time, the tableware has not been certified under any of the international standards discussed in our end-of-life FAQ.