Chemicals in biodegradable food containers can leach into compost
Long-lasting PFAS compounds could end up in plants that are later eaten by people
PERSISTANT PFAS A worrisome class of chemicals called PFAS are found in some compostable food containers and many other consumer items like nonstick cookware. The compounds can leach out of the containers and build up in compost.
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Composting biodegradable food containers cuts the amount of trash that gets sent to a landfill.