Dixie Basic® 8 1/2" Light-Weight Disposable Plates are a versatile and economical alternative to foam plates.These versatile paper plates can also play a crucial role for those seeking to reduce their environmental impact: They are BPI® certified[1], OK compost HOME[2] certified, Compost Manufacturing Alliance (CMA) Substrate Accepted[3], and a USDA Certified Biobased Product[4] that meets SFI® certification standards[5].That’s great news for operators moving away from foam, plastic, and even permanent-ware plates. And with these sustainable, microwavable plates, you still get the quality and durability to help resist cuts and soak-through. They’re the ideal plate for your simple entrees and snacks.These bulk paper plates come in white for a clean visual appeal to showcase your food. Sold in convenient 500-count cases containing 4 packs of 125 plates that make access and storage easy.SOURCES: [1]Dixie® plates & bowls are BPI® certified as commercially compostable. Such facilities may not exist in your area. BPI® is a trademark of the Biodegradable Products Institute. [2]OK compost HOME (OKH-S0755) certified as home compostable. [3] Where participating Compost Manufacturing Alliance (CMA) Industrial composting facilities exist. Check www.composterapproved.com for more information. [4] Dixie® plates & bowls are USDA Certified Biobased Products. [5]The Sustainable Forestry Initiative® certified sourcing label is proof Georgia-Pacific is using fiber from responsible and legal sources. SFI® is a registered trademark owned by Sustainable Forestry Initiative, Inc. DIXIE BASIC® DISPOSABLE PAPER PLATES are an economical choice for lighter meals and snacks COMPOSTABLE EXCEPT IN CALIFORNIA: BPI® certified[1], OK compost HOME[2] certified, Compost Manufacturing Alliance (CMA) Substrate Accepted[3], and a USDA Certified Biobased Product[4] that meets SFI® certification standards[5] BUILT STRONG to resist cuts and soak-through, and microwavable WHITE PAPER PLATES are a great alternative to foam plates that can also save storage space IDEAL FOR foodservice, lodging, offices, cafeterias and education BPI Certified Compostable - certified by the Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) to be compostable in commercial compost facilities (where facilities exist). SFI Certified. USDA Certified Biobased - meets federal guidelines for bio-based materials. Product Content Contains Compostable Material - made from materials that can quickly break down in commercial composting facilities (where facilities exist), to help reduce waste while creating usable organic matter. Biobased products - products (excluding food, feed, or fuel) made primarily from renewable biological materials - such as plants, animals, marine, or forestry resources - and must meet the USDA’s minimum content standards for their category.