Top 5 best biodegradable garbage bags

Have you ever thought how many trash bags around the world are dumped into landfills each day? The amount of plastic trash bags just taken out from the garbage cans is enough to cover countries in just a few hours. It is estimated that around 160 thousand plastic bags are used every single second, which gives us a huge problem. The solution; biodegradable garbage bags. 

Over the course of the past few weeks, companies have looked into the trash bag problem and identified a possible alternative that could save the use of potentially tons of plastic trash bags every single day. Using sustainable alternatives, certain local and international brands have created eco-friendly trash bags that offer the same durability without harming the environment.

Corn-based trash bags by Jaoul

Small Garbage Bags 2.6 Gallon Biodegradable Trash Bags for Bathroom Office, Recycling Eco-Friendly Trash Can Liner with Strong Tear & Leak Resistant, Green, 80 Cts

Created using plant starch material extracted from corn, these biodegradable garbage bags are perfect for the waste bins in your office or bathrooms. The company has responded to the need for a sustainable future by introducing a product that is fully biodegradable and uses no harmful chemicals.

Pros:

• At 2.6 gallons apiece, they offer more than enough space for your average paper bin.
• The bags are completely free of any harmful scents.
• The trash bags are safe for use around pets such as cats and dogs.
• Versatile; can be used with almost any small trash bin.
• Integrated bottom to prevent tearing.
• Also, offer other sizes such as 6 or 13 gallons for relatively larger bins.

Cons:

• No drawstring or handles that provide extra convenience while taking out the trash.
• No sizes for trash bins that are larger (eg. 30-gallon bins) 

Plant-based kitchen bags by Hippo Sak

If you can go vegan, why can’t the trash bins you use go vegan too? Created from a plant-based material, these biodegradable garbage bags by Hippo Sak reduce the carbon footprint by a significant amount.

Hippo Sak Handle Trash Bag, with Power Strip, 13 Gallon Tall Kitchen, 90 Count

Pros:

• Created from 100 percent plant-based material, removing any use of fossil fuel for production.
• USDA Certified Biobased product
• Reinforced bottom to prevent tearing
• Handles that help while taking out the trash

Cons:

• Relatively expensive than the average trash bag
• Only available in one size (13 gallons). No option for smaller or larger bins.

Compostable garbage bags by Ayotee

Small Trash Bags, 2.6 Gallon Compostable Trash Bags Bathroom Wastebasket Can Liners , 125 Count (Pack of 1) Mini Compost Trash Bags For Bedroom Office Fit 10 Liter ,Green

If you’re into gardening, then this is the perfect product for you. Composting reduces the trash in your home by creating a natural fertilizer using your organic waste. Created using PSM, these trash bags are fully compostable and be a cool addition to your fertilizer.

Pros:

• 100% biodegradable garbage bags; no plastic involved in product
• Stretchable for various trash bag sizes and durability
• Come included with their very own trash bag dispenser
• Completely unscented

Cons:

• No handle or drawstring for carrying
• No sizes available for larger trash bins
• Not very aesthetically pleasing; just like a simple translucent trash bag

Evolution’s trash bags

Proud member of 1% for the planet (a trait that is sometimes associated with fashion brands), Evolution produces eco-friendly trash bags that are made using stretchable materials to provide extra room and durability.

Evolution Trash Bags: Tall Kitchen Trash Bag, 120 bags/box, made with 70% CERTIFIED PCR material

Pros:

• UL ECOLOGO certified product
• Even packaging is made only using recyclable material
• Economical compared to other sustainable trash bags
• Exceed EPA procurement guidelines by 700%
• The company also offers a larger 42-gallon variant

Cons:

• No drawstring or handle to keep everything together while taking out the trash
• Trash bags are partially biodegradable but they are fully recyclable
• Company does not offer variants for smaller trash bins

Drawstring trash bags from Neat

Neat Tall Kitchen 30 Gallon Drawstring Trash Bags – (MEGA 120 COUNT) – Triple Ply Fortified, Eco-Friendly 50% Recycled Material, Neutralize+ Odor Technology, Reversible Black and White Garbage Bags

For those extra-large garbage cans, the best sustainable trash bags you can go for are the gigantic 30-gallon bags provided by Neat. 

Pros:

• Fortified for durability using advanced film technology.
• Aesthetically pleasing; the trash bags have a white-colored inside and a black outside.
• Free from any odor.
• The drawstring helps take out the trash much more easily
• Great for eco friendly restaurants who usually have a huge amount of trash taken out every day

Cons:

• The bags are not completely biodegradable and still contain a small amount of non recycled material.
• The company does not offer smaller sizes, so if you have small bins this isn’t the right choice.