§ 70a-455-040

RCW 70A.455.040Requirements for a product labeled 'compostable.'(1) A product labeled as 'compostable' that is sold, offered for sale, or distributed for use in Washington by a producer must meet at least one of the following equivalent standard specifications:(a) ASTM standard specification D6400;(b) ASTM standard specification D6868;(c) ASTM standard specification D8410;(d) ISO standard specification 17088;(e) EN standard specification 13432;(f) A standard specification that is substantially similar to those provided in (a) through (e) of this subsection, as determined by the department; or(g) Be comprised only of wood, which includes renewable wood, or a fiber-based substrate that contains:(i) Greater than 98 percent fiber by dry weight; and(ii) No plastic, plastic polymer or wax additives, or plastic or wax coatings.(2) A product described in subsection (1)(a) through (f) of this section must:(a) Meet labeling requirements established under the United States federal trade commission's guides; and(b) Feature labeling that:(i) Meets industry standards for being distinguishable upon quick inspection in both public sorting areas and in processing facilities;(ii) Uses a logo

mmission's guides; and(b) Feature labeling that:(i) Meets industry standards for being distinguishable upon quick inspection in both public sorting areas and in processing facilities;(ii) Uses a logo indicating the product has been certified by a recognized third-party independent verification body as meeting the applicable standard specification;(iii) Displays the word 'compostable,' where possible, indicating the product has been tested by a recognized third-party independent body and meets the applicable standard specification; and(iv) Uses green, beige, or brown labeling, color striping, or other green, beige, or brown symbols, colors, tinting, marks, or design patterns that help differentiate compostable items from noncompostable items.[ 2024 c 341 s 501; 2022 c 180 s 803; 2019 c 265 s 4. Formerly RCW 70.360.040.]NOTES:Findings—Intent—2024 c 341: See note following RCW 70A.207.040.Findings—Intent—Scope of authority of chapter 180, Laws of 2022—2022 c 180: See notes following RCW 70A.205.007.