Sustainability Watch

"With the launch of the world's first 100 percent compostable chip bag, SunChips is introducing a first-of-its-kind innovation that builds on our commitment to foster a healthier planet," said Gannon Jones, VP of marketing, Frito-Lay North America.

Frito-Lay spent several years testing different solutions to address the functions that make up snack food packaging. Once developed, SunChips worked with Wood's End, an independent laboratory, to evaluate the performance and certify the compostability of the packaging. Additionally, the bag received third-party certification from the Biodegradable Products Institute, which incorporates a rigorous certification process for compostable claims.