FOGO Compostable Bags for Australian Councils, Importers & Waste Contractors
Australia’s FOGO programs require certified compostable bags that meet strict compliance and supply standards.
From a manufacturer’s perspective, we work with importers and distributors to provide FOGO-ready compostable bags, complete certification packs, and scalable bulk supply for retail, wholesale, and institutional channels across Australia.
- FOGO compostable bin liners (caddy + green-bin use)
- AS4736 / AS5810 certified solutions
- OEM / private label packaging
- Tender-ready compliance documents
- Bulk and long-term supply capacity
What Does “FOGO Compostable Bags” Mean in Australia?
In Australia, FOGO compostable bags are not a marketing choice—they are a system requirement.
FOGO programs are designed to divert food and garden organics away from landfill and into certified composting facilities. To keep contamination low and protect compost quality, only certified compostable bags are accepted in most council-run FOGO schemes.
FOGO compostable bags are used to:
- Improve household participation in food-organics separation
- Keep kerbside green bins cleaner and easier to service
- Reduce contamination at composting facilities
- Support councils in meeting state and national waste-reduction targets
So-called “biodegradable” or uncertified plastic bags are rejected by compost facilities and are banned in nearly all Australian FOGO programs due to contamination risk.
Why FOGO Compostable Bags are Required in Australia
FOGO systems operate across multiple stages—from household sorting to commercial composting.
Certified compostable bags play a critical role in keeping this system functional.
Using FOGO-compliant compostable bags helps:
- Maintain compost facility acceptance standards
- Reduce manual contamination removal costs
- Improve kerbside collection efficiency
- Increase community compliance and participation
- Enable smoother coordination between councils and waste contractors
Without certified bags, FOGO systems quickly fail due to plastic contamination.
Certifications Required for FOGO Participation
Australian FOGO programs require independently verified compostability certifications. These certifications confirm that bags fully break down under defined composting conditions and leave no harmful residue.
AS4736 – Industrial Compostable (Kerbside & Green Bin Use)
AS4736 is required for compostable bags used in:
- Kerbside green-bin liners
- Council organics-collection programs
- Commercial composting operations
Bags certified to AS4736 are designed to break down in industrial composting environments.
AS5810 – Home Compostable
AS5810 applies to compostable bags used in:
- Kitchen caddy liners
- Council-distributed household starter kits
- Home food-organics separation
These bags are designed to break down in home composting conditions.
Why “Biodegradable” Bags Are Rejected in FOGO Systems
Bags labelled only as biodegradable:
- Do not meet Australian composting standards
- Often fragment into microplastics
- Contaminate compost streams
- Are rejected by composting facilities
FOGO programs therefore specify certified compostable standards only.
We provide full certification packs, including test reports, logo artwork files, and compliance documentation tailored for council tenders and procurement processes.
How Certified Compostable Bags Support the Entire FOGO System
Our compostable bags are designed to integrate seamlessly across the entire FOGO chain, ensuring smooth operations from household sorting to compost-facility processing.
1. Household Food-Organics Collection
Compostable kitchen-caddy liners improve hygiene and increase participation.
2. Indoor Organic-Waste Storage
Ideal for short-cycle organics storage in homes, offices and small commercial environments.
3. Kerbside Green-Bin Programs
Certified liners support council wheelie-bin systems for both individual homes and multi-unit dwellings.
4. Collection & Transport
Reliable performance supports efficient roadside collection and waste-transport operations.
5. Commercial Composting Facilities
Fully compostable materials break down without microplastics or harmful residue.
A properly specified bag system significantly reduces contamination and improves overall FOGO performance.
Who Uses FOGO Compostable Bags in Australia?
Importers & Distributors
- Bulk procurement of certified FOGO bags
- Multi-SKU mixed-container loading
- Retail & wholesale private-label programs
- Packaging artwork and compliance support
Councils & Municipal Programs
- FOGO-compliant solutions for kerbside rollout
- Starter-kit supply support for council FOGO rollouts
- Certification bundles for tender submissions
- Multi-year supply planning
Waste-Management Contractors
- FOGO-ready bag solutions for roadside collection
- Stable, forecast-based monthly supply
- Support for regional or national waste-service contracts
Retail Chains & Private Label Brands
- Household compostable caddy liners
- Custom retail packaging and branding
- Certified artwork and logo compliance support
OEM & Bulk Supply Solutions for FOGO Programs
We provide OEM / private-label manufacturing for government programs, retail brands, and large distributors involved in FOGO rollouts.
FOGO OEM Capabilities
- Custom branding, council logos & sorting icons
- Usage instructions & multilingual artwork
- Retail boxes, rolls, loose pack & promotional packaging
- Colour customisation（green, natural, tinted options）
- Long-term supply planning for multi-SKU programs
Wholesale Orders & Volume Pricing
- Stable annual manufacturing allocation
- Contract pricing for long-term partners
- Dedicated production capacity for large FOGO projects
Manufacturing & Supply Capacity for Large FOGO Projects
As a global compostable-packaging manufacturer, we maintain long-term supply stability for councils, contractors and national distributors.
We provide:
- Strong monthly production capacity
- Government-program compatible QC systems
- Supply-chain coordination for multi-region rollout
- Export-ready logistics and documentation
- Predictable lead times for recurring procurement
We provide:
- Large-scale FOGO projects
- Long-term annual procurement
- Government projects with simultaneous rollout in multiple regions
FOGO Bag Product Categories
We supply the full category of FOGO-related compostable bags:
Commercial Organic Waste Compostable Bags
Restaurants, supermarkets, food processors
Custom sizes and formats are also used for specialised containers and multi-unit residential systems. For size-specific products and specifications, see our FOGO Bin Liners category page.
- Non-standard bin liners for specialized containers
- Oversized bags for bulk organic waste
- Bin-specific designs for multi-unit residential systems
- Project-specific printing and color coding
These custom bags support councils, contractors and distributors with unique project requirements across diverse FOGO collection environments.
Why Councils & Waste Contractors Choose Our FOGO Bags
We design FOGO compostable bags from the perspective of FOGO program operations — not just retail packaging. Our products are optimized for municipal and commercial collection realities.
- Extensive experience in global FOGO programs
- Reliable long-term manufacturing & capacity planning
- 12-hour quick response
- Free samples for trials & pilot programs
- Full OEM flexibility（retail + government channels）
- Compliance assurance for all Australian regions
- Complete documentation & certification support
Request a Quote for FOGO Compostable Bags
Tell us your project requirements:
- Certification needed
- Annual usage estimates
- FOGO application（caddy / green bin / commercial）
- Branding & packaging requirements
- OEM / private-label needs
We will prepare a tailored quotation and sample plan.
FAQ – FOGO Compostable Bags
Yes. Most Australian councils require certified compostable bags that meet AS4736 or AS5810 standards.
Yes. FOGO bags are specified for organics systems and must meet stricter certification and contamination requirements.
From manufacturers that provide verified certification documents, tender-ready compliance packs, and long-term supply capacity.
Yes. OEM branding, instructional icons, and multilingual artwork are commonly specified for FOGO programs.
Yes. We supply certification reports, logo approvals, and documentation tailored for council procurement.
