
PRODUCT PERFORMANCE AND TESTING INFORMATION
Mulch Film Product Performance
Carbon Nurture mulch film has been rigorously tested by independent laboratories, universities, and our team both in the laboratory and farm settings. Based on extensive scientific testing of our film and similar biodegradable materials, we expect the film to naturally break down in the soil within two years or less under typical North American farming conditions. During this process, it transforms into biomass, soil organic carbon, water, and carbon dioxide—returning safely to the earth.
Because soil and climate conditions can vary widely, the rate of biodegradation may differ from field to field. Factors such as temperature, moisture, microbial activity, and soil management practices can influence how quickly the material breaks down.
We are currently undergoing additional university and farm trials across various climates, soil, and weather conditions. These studies help us better understand how the film behaves in real agricultural settings and under different environmental settings. We recommend you consult Carbon Nurture team to determine which product will best suit your needs.
All available testing to date indicates that our mulch film is non-toxic to soil and plants and may even help improve long-term soil health.
Our products match or exceed the physical performance of traditional polyethylene mulch films and are fully compatible with existing laying practices and equipment, making them a seamless, high-performing replacement for conventional plastic mulch.
The Company's Products have passed the following published standards and tests:
Physical Properties Testing
Our films exceed the standards for physical properties of mulch films, including tensile strength, elongolation, optical transmission, and dart impact.
Heavy Metals Analysis
Free from harmful heavy metals such as Cd, Cr, Cu, Ni, and Hg per EN ISO 17294-2 and EPA40.
Chemical Modification by Oxidation
Demonstrates achievement of required carbonyl index and molecular weight for biodegradation.
Eco-Toxicity Tests
Validated for plant and organism safety across multiple trophic levels.
Field Testing
31 months trials at real world farms. Additional trials underway across varying soil and climate conditions.
Soil Carbon Retention
Improves the soil’s ability to retain soil organic carbon compared to traditional polyethylene & compostable films.
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PRODUCT PERFORMANCE AND TESTING INFORMATION

Designed to Disappear, Enrich, and Renew
Our products leave no trace of microplastics and contribute to soil organic carbon enrichment. After full biodegradation, soil tests show improved fertility and stable structure.
Biodegradation time
≤ 2 years
Biodegradation progress
98% within 24 months
Soil toxicity
None detected
Microplastics
Full biodegrades into CO2, biomass, and water
Soil carbon enrichment
Verified via DSC/TGA
Our Testing Process
From laboratory to field validation
Lab
Weather Exposure
Soil Respirometry
Eco-toxicity
Field Testing
Validation
The Company is not responsible for any damage or loss related to the usage and speed of degradation of the Product. It is the customer's sole responsibility to make trials and tests prior to using our Product in order to validate the performance of the Product in the customer's specific usage conditions.
Disclaimer:
Product biodegradation speed may vary based on environmental and climatic conditions. Customers are encouraged to conduct localized trials to confirm product performance. Carbon Nurture is not responsible for any damage or loss due to product usage beyond the express terms of sale.

