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I have seen a few biodegradable things used for takeout like in chipotle. Can someone tell me why those are not more popular in at least some processed food, e.

• WheelsAtLarge 8y ago
  The cost makes it hard to use biodegradables. They are way more expensive so companies won't buy them if they don't have to. Industries like fast food restaurants survive on a very tight profit margin so a few cents makes a difference. Also, if they aren't properly handled so they can decompose they are just as bad since they won't break down.
  • maxxxxx 8y ago
    If they were forced to use biodegradable everybody would have to raise prices by a few cents and nobody would notice. I agree with the concern about not being handled properly. How many biodegradable really end up in a compost pile>