The PHA resin in our products holds certifications from BPI, TÜV Austria, TÜV SÜD, and the U.S. FDA. Below is the full list, current status, and what each certification actually tests.
Certifications apply to the PHA resin used in our products. Full certification documents are available to qualified partners under NDA.
| Certification | Standard / Program | Certifying Body | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biodegradability and Compostability | |||
| Commercial Compostability | ASTM D6400 | BPI | Certified |
| Industrial Compostability | EN 13432 | TÜV Austria (OK compost INDUSTRIAL) | Certified |
| Home Compostability | NF T 51-800 | BPI and TÜV Austria (OK compost HOME) | Certified |
| Marine Biodegradability | TÜV Austria OK biodegradable MARINE | TÜV Austria | Certified |
| Freshwater Biodegradability | TÜV Austria OK biodegradable WATER | TÜV Austria | Certified |
| Soil Biodegradability | TÜV Austria OK biodegradable SOIL | TÜV Austria | Certified |
| Safety | |||
| Food Contact | FDA Food Contact Notification | U.S. FDA | Effective |
| Chemical Safety | California Prop 65, Toxics in Packaging Clearinghouse, EU RoHS, EU REACH SVHC | Independent third-party lab | Passed |
| PFAS | Total fluorine screening and targeted PFAS testing | BPI and independent third-party lab | Passed |
| Carbon | |||
| Product Carbon Footprint | ISO 14067 | TÜV SÜD | Verified |
Certifications apply to the PHA resin. Finished product certifications depend on formulation, geometry, and use case.
Request certification documentsEvery certification in the table above was issued by an independent, accredited certification body. None are self-declared. Certifying bodies include BPI, TÜV Austria, TÜV SÜD, and the U.S. FDA.
Certification documents are available to qualified partners under NDA. We share methodology, scope, and applicable standards on request.
Scope applies to the PHA resin. Partners receive full access to certification documentation for use in retail, PR, and direct-to-consumer claims.
Any brand can claim "biodegradable" without testing. Third-party certification from an accredited body provides independently reproducible, verifiable documentation.
Biodegradability is not a single test. Our resin holds certifications across marine, freshwater, soil, home compost, and industrial compost environments.
Once you execute an NDA, you receive full access to certification documents, scope details, and methodology for use in packaging copy, retail submissions, and marketing.
Tests whether a plastic biodegrades under commercial composting conditions. BPI (Biodegradable Products Institute) is the leading North American certifier for compostable products. ASTM D6400 measures disintegration and biodegradation under controlled temperature and humidity.
Why it matters: BPI certification is required by most major retailers and waste management facilities that accept compostable packaging and products.
The European standard for compostable packaging. EN 13432 specifies requirements for biodegradation in industrial composting facilities at elevated temperatures. TÜV Austria's OK compost INDUSTRIAL mark is recognized internationally as a rigorous industrial composting certification.
Why it matters: Many EU markets and sustainability claims require EN 13432 compliance. It is the standard retailers and composting facilities reference across Europe.
NF T 51-800 tests biodegradation at ambient home compost temperatures without industrial equipment. TÜV Austria's OK compost HOME mark and BPI's home compost certification both apply. This is a more demanding real-world standard: lower temperatures, less controlled conditions.
Why it matters: Most consumers do not have access to industrial composting. Home compostability is the claim that serves them directly.
TÜV Austria's OK biodegradable MARINE program tests whether a material biodegrades in marine water environments. This is one of the most demanding biodegradability certifications available and covers the environment where most mismanaged plastic ends up.
Why it matters: The ocean is where most escaped plastic lands. Certified marine biodegradability is a meaningful, independently verified claim.
Two additional TÜV Austria certifications covering biodegradation in freshwater environments and soil. These address end-of-life scenarios beyond marine and compost, including inland waterways and land-based disposal pathways.
Why it matters: Plastic pollution is not limited to the ocean. Freshwater and soil certifications cover a wider range of real-world disposal scenarios.
A Food Contact Notification (FCN) is an effective authorization from the U.S. FDA for use of a substance in food contact materials. An effective FCN means the FDA has reviewed the substance and raised no objection to its use. For oral care products, FDA food contact compliance is a required safety baseline.
Why it matters: Retailers and buyers increasingly require documented FDA food contact compliance for products used in the mouth.
Independent third-party laboratory testing confirms compliance with California Proposition 65, the Toxics in Packaging Clearinghouse, EU RoHS, and EU REACH SVHC requirements. Separate PFAS testing via total fluorine screening and targeted analysis (conducted by BPI and an independent lab) confirmed no PFAS detected.
Why it matters: These requirements are prerequisites for retail entry in California, the EU, and most major e-commerce platforms. PFAS-free documentation is increasingly required by retailers and brands.
ISO 14067 is the international standard for quantifying and communicating a product's carbon footprint across its full life cycle. TÜV SÜD has verified the carbon footprint of the PHA resin under this standard, providing a documented, independently reviewed baseline for lifecycle carbon claims.
Why it matters: Carbon footprint claims require verified methodology. ISO 14067 verification is the accepted standard for credible lifecycle carbon communication.
Most "biodegradable" oral care claims in the market today are misleading at best. Here's what the evidence actually shows.
| Competitor type | Material | Marine Biodegradable? | Home Compostable? | Third-party tested? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Materials | Magic Materials PHA/PHB | Certified (resin) | Certified (resin) | TÜV Austria / BPI / TÜV SÜD |
| "Cornstarch" brands (e.g. Humble Co.) | ~53% cornstarch + 47% PP blend | ✗ No | ✗ No (industrial only) | Not for marine |
| Recycled plastic brands | rPP or rNylon | ✗ No | ✗ No | N/A |
| Paper-based products | Paper / wood fiber | Limited | Limited | Varies |
| Standard PP/Nylon | Conventional plastic | ✗ No | ✗ No | N/A |
Competitor analysis based on publicly available materials and marketing claims. Magic Materials certifications apply to the PHA resin. Finished product certifications depend on formulation, geometry, and end use.
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