California SB1031 regulates the sale of compostable products, requiring compliance with specific standards and labeling.

California SB1031 amends the Public Resources Code to regulate the sale of compostable products within the state. The bill mandates that products labeled as "compostable" or "home compostable" must meet applicable ASTM standard specifications or hold OK compost HOME certification. It prohibits the sale of products that imply biodegradability in landfills or other environments. The bill also requires the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment to study the health effects of degraded compostable plastics and their additives.

California SB1031 regulates the sale of compostable products, requiring compliance with specific standards and labeling.

California SB1031 amends the Public Resources Code to regulate the sale of compostable products within the state. The bill mandates that products labeled as "compostable" or "home compostable" must meet applicable ASTM standard specifications or hold OK compost HOME certification. It prohibits the sale of products that imply biodegradability in landfills or other environments. The bill also requires the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment to study the health effects of degraded compostable plastics and their additives.