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This test method covers determination under laboratory conditions of the degree and rate of aerobic biodegradation of plastic materials, including formulation additives, in contact with soil.

This test method is designed to measure the biodegradability of plastic materials relative to a reference material in an aerobic environment.

This test method is designed to be applicable to all plastic materials that are not inhibitory to the bacteria and fungi present in soil.

Claims of performance shall be limited to the numerical result obtained in the test and not be used for unqualified “biodegradable” claims. Reports shall clearly state the percentage of net gaseous carbon generation for both the test and reference samples at the completion of the test. Results shall not be extrapolated beyond the actual duration of the test.

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