Box of 4 rolls of biodegradable poo bags

Are Chommies Poo Bags really biodegradable?

Yes.

Chommies Poo Bags are TÜV AUSTRIA OK Compost HOME certified, which means they have been independently tested and certified as home compostable. Under the right composting conditions, the material biodegrades into CO₂, water and biomass, rather than simply breaking down into smaller pieces of plastic.

Small bag. Quite a lot going on.

What are Chommies Poo Bags made from?

They’re made from a bio-resin blend of PBAT, PLA and corn starch, designed to biodegrade under composting conditions.

We’ve thought about the illustrations, too. They’re printed using water-based, low-heavy-metal flexographic ink.

How should I dispose of a Chommies Poo Bag?

The bag itself is certified for home composting, but remember that once it contains dog poo, you need to think about the waste inside it too.

If you have a dedicated home composting system suitable for pet waste, the bag can be composted there. Dog waste should not be added to compost that will later be used on edible plants or food gardens.

Otherwise, tie the bag and dispose of it with your general household waste according to your local waste guidelines. The important difference is that the bag has been designed and independently certified to biodegrade under appropriate composting conditions.

Keep your bags somewhere cool and dry, away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture. Because they’re made from compostable materials, prolonged exposure to heat and humidity can start to affect the material over time.

A drawer, cupboard or your usual dog-walking station is perfect. The glovebox of a car baking in the Cape Town sun? Not so much.

We want you to love your Chommies purchase. If something isn't quite right, here’s our simple process:

Email Us Within 14 Days: Send an email to hello@chommies.com with your invoice/order number and the reason for your return.

Choose Your Resolution: We offer a refund (excluding shipping), store credit, or an exchange.

Send It Back: Items must be clean, unused, and in their original packaging with proof of purchase. You’re responsible for return shipping unless the product is faulty or incorrect.

We’ll Guide You: For returns within South Africa, you can drop off or courier the item to us. For international returns, we will provide you with the closest return address (UK, Germany, or USA).

For Faulty or Incorrect Items: We will cover the costs and make it right for you.

We offer a 6 month product warranty: Valid from the date of purchase providing you have proof of order or the original receipt.

Please note that custom-made or personalized items (like engraved tags) cannot be returned.

For more information please refer to our Warranty Policy and Returns & Exchanges Policy.