Paper Bags And Composable Bags
| Material | Kraft paper | Plant-based bioplastics (PLA, etc.) |
| Thickness | 50–150 GSM | 20–80 microns |
| Water Resistance | Low (unless coated) | Moderate |
| Strength | Moderate | Flexible, lower than plastic |
| Biodegradability | Yes, natural | Yes, compostable |
| Decomposition | Weeks to months | 90–180 days in composting |
| Use | Shopping, food packaging | Waste bags, packaging |
