World Centric is proud to announce our new relationship with the non-profit NSF International, a global leader in product certification.
World Centric, a pioneer in sustainable, certified compostable products for over 20 years, is among the first in the compostable products space to earn a Compostability Environmental Claim verification from NSF. Widely regarded as one of the leading authorities on safety, quality, and compliance, NSF is a global public health and safety organization that plays a vital role in the foodservice industry, offering trusted certifications, standards, testing services, and food safety audits that safeguard public health and enhance consumer confidence.
The single-use disposable foodservice products market is projected to grow 3.8% annually, reaching $33.2 billion by 2027, with the fastest growth expected for products where sustainability is driving demand. Within the same time frame, the compostable products segment is estimated to grow approximately 10%. Leveraging its extensive expertise and established frameworks, NSF is uniquely positioned to support this dynamic market with its trusted name in the compostability verification space.
“NSF’s third-party verification of compostable claims provide critical assurance that materials meet rigorous standards, including the absence of intentionally added PFAS. By ensuring transparency and trust, we empower manufacturers, retailers, and consumers to confidently support sustainable solutions,” said Justin Brown, Senior Manager of Environmental Products at NSF.
With the mounting environmental crisis and rising demand for sustainable alternatives, compostable products offer a promising solution to plastics and foam. However, a fragmented certification landscape and inconsistent state regulations have left consumers, manufacturers, and composting facilities navigating confusing and often conflicting guidelines.
“Compostable products can’t deliver on their promise if people don’t know how to properly dispose of them,” said Deven Young, Vice President of Sales at World Centric. “Relying on a consistent and trusted verifier like NSF for compostability claims simplifies the sorting process, supports contamination prevention at composting and recycling facilities, and fosters confidence in compostable products. This is a critical step forward for the planet and the people who rely on it.”
You can find the full list of World Centric’s verified products in the NSF searchable database, here.
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