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Anaerobic Biodegradation Testing

What is Anaerobic Biodegradation Testing?

Anaerobic biodegradation testing evaluates the breakdown of plastics and other materials under anaerobic (oxygen-free) conditions. This test measures methane emissions generated as materials decompose in environments such as landfills or anaerobic digesters. It helps to understand the biodegradation characteristics of materials in anaerobic environments and assess their environmental suitability.

Test Items

Simulated anaerobic biodegradation test

Classification Standard Name
Simulated anaerobic biodegradation test

ASTM D5511

Standard Test Method for Determining Anaerobic Biodegradation of Plastic Materials Under High-Solids Anaerobic-Digestion Conditions

KS T ISO 15985

Plastics — Determination of the ultimate anaerobic biodegradation and disintegration under high-solids anaerobic-digestion conditions — Method by analysis of released biogas

BMP (Biochemical Methane Potential) Test

Classification Standard Name
Waste

ISO 11734 (2008)

Evaluation of the "ultimate" anaerobic biodegradability of organic compounds in digested sludge — Method by measurement of biogas production

OECD 311 (2006)

Anaerobic Biodegradability of Organic Compounds in Digested Sludge: by Measurement of Gas Production