PlanetGards Biodegradable Gloves: Helping Foodservice Operators Comply with 2025 Sustainability Regulations
In 2025, sustainability has become more than a trend – it’s a business requirement. With new state and federal regulations tightening around single-use plastic serve-ware, foodservice operators are under increasing pressure to implement eco-conscious practices. From composting mandates to extended producer responsibility (EPR) laws, staying compliant requires forward-thinking solutions. That’s where Handgards PlanetGards Biodegradable Gloves come in.
Supporting Compliance with Evolving Legislation
States like California, New York, Colorado, and Washington have rolled out sustainability mandates requiring the use of compostable or recyclable foodservice products. For example, California’s SB 54 legislation mandates that all packaging and single-use items must be recyclable or compostable by 2032, with strict reporting and waste-reduction goals beginning in 2025. Many municipalities are enforcing composting requirements for foodservice waste – making compostable gloves not just preferred, but necessary.
PlanetGards gloves are BPI certified compostable which ensures they break down completely in industrial composting facilities without leaving behind microplastics or toxic residues. By using PlanetGards, foodservice operators can stay ahead of the curve and prepare for what’s next.
Purpose-Built for Foodservice Operations
Designed for short-term food contact and quick service applications, PlanetGards gloves offer excellent protection and comfort for light-duty use. They are made from plant-based resins that break down quickly in composting environments. Unlike standard poly gloves that contribute to landfill overflow, these gloves align with growing mandates to divert organic waste and packaging from landfills to compost streams.
Benefits of PlanetGards Gloves for Foodservice Operators
- BPI Certified Compostable: For industrial composting programs
- Compliant with Sustainability Objectives: Helps meet state and local mandates
- Eco-Friendly Disposal: Reduces environmental impact and supports green initiatives
- Food Safe & Comfortable: Ideal for deli counters, prep lines, and front-of-house service
A Smart Step Toward Sustainable Operations
Handgards is proud to bring operators sustainable, regulatory-ready solutions that don’t compromise performance. With PlanetGards biodegradable gloves, food service businesses can protect the environment, maintain compliance, and meet customer expectations for greener operations.
Choose PlanetGards – where sustainability meets service.