Cellulose-based biodegradable glitter answers the end-of-life question that PET glitter cannot. Buyers increasingly ask what happens after use rather than only how shiny the effect is. Our biodegradable range is used in cosmetics, nail art, crafts and coatings where microplastic restrictions or brand sustainability targets apply.
The fastest-growing request in decorative pigment sourcing is no longer "how shiny" but "what happens to it afterwards". Cellulose-based biodegradable glitter answers the end-of-life question that conventional PET glitter cannot.
Instead of PET film, the base is regenerated cellulose — typically derived from sustainably sourced wood pulp — coated with a thin reflective layer and a colour layer. The result keeps a glitter look while being designed to break down under defined environmental conditions rather than persisting as a microplastic.
| Claim | What a buyer should ask for |
|---|---|
| "Biodegradable" | The test standard and medium (freshwater, soil, marine, industrial compost) |
| "Marine degradable" | Marine-specific test (e.g., ASTM D6691 / ISO 22403-style) and time frame |
| "Compostable" | Industrial or home compost standard and certificate number |
Biodegradable glitter is generally more sensitive to heat and some solvent systems than PET. It suits cosmetics, festivals, soaps and rinse-off formats especially well, while high-heat industrial coatings still favour PET or effect pigments.
Q: Is biodegradable glitter as shiny as PET?A: Visually close for decorative use, though exact brilliance depends on grade. For maximum mirror effect, PET remains the reference; for sustainability messaging, cellulose is the story.
Q: Does "biodegradable" mean it is safe to flush?A: No. Even certified biodegradable glitter should be disposed of responsibly; certification describes breakdown under specified conditions, not permission to release into waterways.