What are the common misconceptions about Disposable Biodegradable Tableware?

With the increasing awareness of environmental protection, Disposable Biodegradable Tableware has attracted more and more attention. However, there are some common misconceptions about this type of tableware.
Many people believe that all tableware marked "biodegradable" can be quickly decomposed in any environment. In fact, the speed and degree of decomposition of biodegradable tableware depends on many factors, such as temperature, humidity, microbial environment, etc. Some biodegradable tableware may take months or even years to completely decompose in the natural environment, rather than disappearing in a short time as people imagine.
Some people confuse biodegradable tableware with 100% compostable tableware. Although both have certain environmental characteristics, compostable tableware needs to be better decomposed in a specific composting environment, and its decomposed products can be used as high-quality fertilizers. Biodegradable tableware emphasizes the ability to gradually decompose under natural conditions, but it may not achieve the same effect as compostable tableware.
In addition, some people think that biodegradable tableware does not need to be recycled. This is a wrong concept. Even biodegradable materials should be reasonably recycled and processed, which can further reduce resource waste and environmental pollution. Randomly discarding biodegradable tableware may not only affect its degradation process, but also cause unnecessary burden on the environment.
Another misunderstanding is that as long as it is biodegradable tableware, it is completely safe and harmless. In fact, some unscrupulous merchants may produce tableware of poor quality under the banner of biodegradability. These tableware may have added harmful substances during the production process, or their degradation performance may not meet the standards at all. Therefore, when choosing biodegradable tableware, be sure to choose products with quality assurance and relevant certifications.