What Are Lomi Approved Products?

Lomi works to make composting waste a more compact, mess-free, and speedy process. With the press of a button, Lomi turns waste into Compost-ready Lomi Earth that is super rich in nutrients. It's essential to know which products are compostable and can be easily broken down in Lomi.

To make it easy for users to make that distinction, Pela has a certification called “Lomi Approved”. In the following section, you can check out some products that are Lomi Approved and safe to use with Lomi. We’ll also take a deeper dive into what the certification is all about.

Lomi Approved product list

Lomi Approved products are non-food compostable products that can be efficiently broken down by Lomi and transformed into compost-ready Lomi Earth. Listed in the table below are some of the products that are Lomi Approved.

Product	Where to Buy	Test Results
Repurpose Compostable Tall Kitchen Bag (13 gal)	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Repurpose Compostable Small Bin Bag (3 gal)	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Repurpose Compostable Spoons	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Eco Products Hinged Sugarcane Clamshell (8x8x3)	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Eco Products World Art Soup Container (12oz)	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Eco Products Jumbo Paper Straw Black (7.75in)	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Eco Products Giant Paper Straw White (9.5in)	Shop here	Check out the test results here
EQUO Sugarcane Straws	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Good Natured Compostable Heavy Duty Fork (6.5in)	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Good Natured Compostable Heavy Duty Spoon (6.5in)	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Repurpose Here For The Fun Not Forever Knife	Shop here	Check out the test results here
The Better Packaging Co Black ComPOST Pack	Shop here	Check out the test results here
The Better Packaging Co ComPOST Pack Stone in the Bluff	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Green Olive Small Clamshell	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Green Olive Sugarcane Plate	Shop here	Check out the test results here
World Centric NoTree Paper No.1 Take-Out Container (5.2 x 4.2 x 2.5 in)	Shop here	Check out the test results here
World Centric White Paper Bowl (32 oz)	Shop here	Check out the test results here
World Centric NoTree Wide Paper Bowl Lid (24-32 oz)	Shop here	Check out the test results here
World Centric PLA Tasting Spoon (3 in)	Shop here	Check out the test results here
World Centric NoTree Wide Paper Bowl (24 oz)	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Footprint Meat Tray	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Footprint Ecosentials Clamshell	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Footprint Powerbowl	Shop here	Check out the test results here
BioBag Small 3 Gallon Food Scrap Bag	Shop here	Check out the test results here
BioBag Resealable Sandwich Bags	Shop here	Check out the test results here
BioBag Resealable Food Storage Bags	Shop here	Check out the test results here
BioBag Resealable Snack Bags	Shop here	Check out the test results here
BioBag Resealable Gallon Bags	Shop here	Check out the test results here
For Good Home Tall Kitchen Bag (13 gal)	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Treetop Biopak Stretch Cling Wrap	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Treetop Biopak Produce Net	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Treetop Biopak Garment Bag White	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Treetop Biopak Mailing Bag	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Treetop Biopak Tape	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Equo Sugarcane Spoon	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Elevate Transparent Flat Pouch	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Elevate Compostable Cellophane Bag	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Elevate Compostable Round Stickers	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Elevate Compostable Mailer	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Elevate Block Bottom Coffee Bag With Vent (12 oz)	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Elevate Sunflower Sugarcane Sticker	Shop here	Check out the test results here
BiologiQ Cutlery (Spoon and Knife)	Shop here	Check out the test results here
BiologiQ 50/50 NPQ/PLA Bones	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Invisible Bag Black Mailer Bag (Sizes S & M)	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Invisible Bag Transparent Garment Bag	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Invisible Bag Shopping Bag White	Shop here	Check out the test results here
GudPod Mitaly Light Roast K-Cup Pod	Shop here	Check out the test results here
GudPod Mitaly Espresso Ardente K-Cup Capsule	Shop here	Check out the test results here
BB17/Simply Clean 6-Inch Plate	Shop here	Check out the test results here
BB17/Simply Clean 10-Inch 3 Compartment Plate	Shop here	Check out the test results here
BB17/Simply Clean 6-Inch Bowl	Shop here	Check out the test results here
BB17/Simply Clean 3-Gallon Compostable Trash Bag	Shop here	Check out the test results here
BB17/Simply Clean Butcher Paper	Shop here	Check out the test results here
BB17/Simply Clean Compostable Sandwich Bags	Shop here	Check out the test results here
BB17/Simply Clean Compostable Quart Bags	Shop here	Check out the test results here
BB17/Simply Clean Compostable Snack Bags	Shop here	Check out the test results here
BB17/Simply Clean Compostable Gallon Bags	Shop here	Check out the test results here
BB17/Simply Clean Paper Drinking Straws	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Pura Vida Bioplastics Straw	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Pura Vida Bioplastics Stir Stick	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Cruz Foam Compostable Foam	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Tipa Resealable Bag	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Herbaland Packaging	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Sunrays Fruits Grape Pouch Bag	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Sunrays Fruits Produce Netting	Shop here	Check out the test results here
S-One LP ReEarth 3.4 mil Silver Pouch Web Rollstock	Shop here	Check out the test results here
S-One LP ReEarth 2.2 mil Silver Snack Web Rollstock	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Pod Pack La Pod	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Newlight Technologies Inc Restore Cocktail Straw	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Newlight Technologies Inc Restore Thinwall Fork	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Newlight Technologies Inc Restore Thinwall Knife	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Newlight Technologies Inc Restore Thinwall Spoon	Shop here	Check out the test results here
PepsiCo Off The Eaten Path Chickpea Veggie Crisps Packaging	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Smile Werks Beverage K Cup Style Compostable Pod	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Smile Werks Beverage Green Compostable Straws	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Evanesce Wide Straw	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Evanesce Plate	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Evanesce Wrapped Narrow Straw	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Fair Earth Farms Superfood Crunch Bag	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Fair Earth Farms Honey Coconut Cashew Bag	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Fair Earth Farms Baby Spinach Bag	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Fair Earth Farms Baby Arugula Bag	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Fair Earth Farms Power Greens Bag	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Fair Earth Farms Spring Mix Bag	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Repurpose Marine Degradable Straws	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Repurpose Compostable Dessert Plates	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Repurpose 16oz Compostable Bowls	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Repurpose Cold Cup 12oz	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Repurpose Compostable Tall Kitchen Bag 13gal	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Repurpose Compostable Forks	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Repurpose Compostable Plates	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Cabinet Medicine Pouch	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Artech Small Bag	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Eco Products Large Square Paper Take Out Box	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Eco Products Large 3 Section Paper Take Out Box	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Eco Products Large Salad Bowl PLA Lid	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Eco Products Large Green Straw PLA	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Eco Products Large Salad Bowl PLA Base	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Eco Products Large Paper Wrapped Straw PLA	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Eco Products White PLA Spork	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Eco Products Green PLA Fork	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Eco Products PLA Round Deli Container	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Eco Products Cold Drink Cup Clear Dome Lid PLA	Shop here	Check out the test results here
Eco Products World Art Hot Cup 10oz	Shop here	Check out the test results here

What is Lomi Approved?

Lomi Approved is a certification for non-food compostable items that can be broken down by Lomi, biodegrade faster, and turn into compost over time. In order for products and packaging to be labeled as Lomi approved, they must:

Physically disintegrate to a minimum threshold size after a Lomi cycle
Disintegrate and biodegrade in a composting facility
Not release or become toxic chemicals that hinder plant growth or are harmful to the environment

There are several products and packaging brands that are Lomi Approved including Footprint, Eco Products, Equo, and more. When you are using Lomi Approved materials, it’s important to run a Lomi Approved cycle with a maximum of 10% Lomi Approved bioplastics to organic waste, and add a LomiPod with 50ml of water.

If you add materials that are not Lomi Approved, there is no guarantee that they will turn into compost ready Lomi Earth in Lomi.

How we test the products

We test products first-hand using Lomi to ensure that they can be used safely and efficiently. Here is how we test to see if a product passes the Lomi Approved or not:

1. Experimental set up

Using Lomi, we experiment with various products including food and bioplastics to ensure they are compatible with Lomi, can be broken down and can turn into compost over time. Let’s review what that looks like:

Step 1: Food waste and LomiPods

First, food waste from Recipe 8 (see table below) is roughly chopped and added into the Lomi bucket. Then, 1 LomiPod is added and 50mL of water is poured on top of the waste.

Food	Weight (g)
Dry coffee grounds	77
Carrot	91
Iceberg lettuce	189
Cucumber	157
Pineapple rind	179
Water	50
LomiPod (1)	N/A

The start weight of Recipe 8 is the combined weight of the items mentioned above and is equal to 743 g.

Step 2: Bioplastic loading

First, a sample is cut into pieces that are smaller than 10cm x 10cm. Next, the sample pieces are weighed to make sure they weigh less than 10% of the total starting weight. To calculate this, we use the following formula: sample weight/(recipe 8 weight + sample weight) *100. Finally, the sample is placed on top of the food waste and a photo is taken to be used as a before photo.

The sample pieces are tucked into the sides of the bucket to prevent it from floating on top while the heavier, denser food waste gets broken down underneath it.

Step 3: Start Lomi

First, the Lomi Approved mode is selected on Lomi. This is done by holding the button down for a few seconds until the Lomi beeps. The green light will illuminate the Lomi Approved icon. The button is pressed once for the cycle to start.

2. Lomi Approved assessment:

In order to be certified as Lomi Approved, the sample must pass our criteria. Our criteria diligently tests the compatibility of each product and ensures that only certified compostable non-food materials are used with Lomi.

To physically pass the Lomi Approved Testing, we must answer “yes” to the following two questions:

Did the sample break into smaller pieces?
Is the biggest piece after the cycle ≤ 2.0cm²?

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