Global Guarden | Our Brands & Regional Businesses
Global Guarden connects our compostable packaging businesses in Australia and Canada, bringing together over 10 years of manufacturing experience, product development expertise and quality management capabilities.
Our regional businesses serve different customer needs. In Australia, Guarden Australia focuses on commercial and customised solutions, while Compostar supplies standard compostable products for households and businesses. In Canada, Guarden Packaging Canada focuses on OEM and private-label packaging.
Together, these businesses share product knowledge and manufacturing experience while serving their respective markets.
Our Global Brands & Regional Capabilities
| Brand | Role | Main Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Guarden Global | Connected business network | Shared manufacturing experience, product development and quality knowledge |
| Guarden Australia | Australian commercial & customised solutions | OEM, commercial projects, customised packaging and FOGO-related solutions |
| Compostar | Australian standard product brand | Ready-to-order compostable bin liners, wholesale cartons and paper food-waste bags |
| Guarden Packaging Canada | Canadian OEM & private-label business | Custom compostable packaging for retailers, brands and distributors |
Global Compostable Product Solutions
| Solution | Applications |
|---|---|
| Compostable Paper Bags | Food waste collection, retail and sustainable packaging applications |
| Compostable Film Liners | FOGO programs, commercial kitchens and organic waste separation |
| Compostable Retail Bags | Sustainable shopping and retail packaging solutions |
| OEM & Private Label | Customized products for brands, distributors and organizations |
Years of Industry Experience
Countries Supported Globally
Annual Production Capability
Retail & OEM Manufacturing Experience
Experience Across Canada & Australia
Guarden's manufacturing network has experience producing compostable bags and packaging for retail supply programmes across Canada and Australia.Our manufacturing work has supported product specifications, packaging requirements, quality control and supply coordination for projects involving the retailers shown below.
Canada： ⦁ Costco ⦁ Dollarama
Australia： ⦁ Woolworths ⦁ Coles ⦁ Target Australia ⦁ Officeworks ⦁ Bunnings
Retailer names illustrate relevant manufacturing experience. Supply arrangements may involve retail vendors or distribution partners and do not imply direct contracts, current partnerships or retailer endorsement.
Regional Certifications & Product Compliance
Guarden's Australian and Canadian businesses work with product-specific certification and compliance documentation relevant to their markets.
Applicable standards may include AS 4736, AS 5810, BPI and EN 13432. Certification ownership, product scope and validity vary by certificate and should be verified against the relevant issuing body's records.
| Market Region | Certification System | Certification Body | Certificate Number | Relevant Standards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | AS 4736 Industrial Compostable Certification | Australasian Bioplastics Association (ABA) | ABAP10606 | AS 4736 |
| Australia | AS 4736 Industrial Compostable Certification | Australasian Bioplastics Association (ABA) | ABAP10607 | AS 4736 |
| Australia | AS 4736 Industrial Compostable Certification | Australasian Bioplastics Association (ABA) | ABAP10088, ABAM10087 | AS 4736 |
| Australia | AS 4736 Industrial Compostable Certification | Australasian Bioplastics Association (ABA) | ABAP10415 | AS 4736 |
| Australia | AS 4736 Industrial Compostable Certification | Australasian Bioplastics Association (ABA) | ABAP10630 | AS 4736 |
| Australia | AS 5810 Home Compostable Certification | Australasian Bioplastics Association (ABA) | ABAP20458, ABAP20459, ABAP20025, ABAP20437 | AS 5810 |
| North America | BPI Compostable Certification | Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) | 10530302-1, 10528836-1 | ASTM D6400 related compostability requirements |
| North America | BPI Compostable Certification | Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) | 10530302-2, 10529807-1 | ASTM D6400 related compostability requirements |
| North America | BPI Compostable Certification | Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) | 10528836-4 | ASTM D6400 related compostability requirements |
| Europe | DIN CERTCO Compostable Certification | DIN CERTCO | 7P1650 | EN 13432, EN 14995, ASTM D6400, ISO 17088, ISO 18606 |
| Europe | DIN CERTCO Compostable Certification | DIN CERTCO | 7P0809 | EN 13432, ASTM D6400 |
| Europe | DIN CERTCO Compostable Certification | DIN CERTCO | 7P0810 | EN 13432, ASTM D6400 |
Guarden’s compostable product portfolio is supported by certification frameworks across Australia, North America and Europe.
Certification scope varies according to product construction, material structure and intended market application.
Quality & Supply Assurance
Across our regional businesses, Guarden's manufacturing experience is supported by material traceability, production quality checks, batch inspection and relevant product documentation.
Key capabilities include:
- Material traceability
- Batch quality inspection
- Production quality control
- Certification documentation support
- Consistent supply management
- OEM development support
Explore the Guarden Global Network
Each Guarden business has a defined role. Explore the right website for standard products, Australian commercial solutions or Canadian OEM and private-label packaging.
Guarden Australia
Commercial & Customised Solutions
Australian commercial compostable solutions for enterprises, councils, food waste programmes, OEM projects and customised packaging requirements.
Compostar
Standard Products & Wholesale Supply
Ready-to-order compostable bin liners and paper food waste bags for Australian businesses, commercial kitchens and households.
Guarden Packaging Canada
OEM & Private Label Packaging
Custom compostable packaging, OEM manufacturing support and private-label supply for Canadian and North American brands, retailers and distributors.
FAQs
What is Global Guarden?
Global Guarden refers to the connected Guarden businesses and brands serving Australia and Canada. They share manufacturing experience, product knowledge and quality-management capabilities while focusing on different regional markets.
What is the relationship between Guarden and Compostar?
Compostar is the Australian standard product brand operated by Guarden Green Solution Pty Ltd.
Guarden Australia focuses on commercial, OEM and customised solutions, while Compostar supplies ready-to-order compostable bin liners and paper food-waste bags for Australian businesses and households.
Are Guarden Australia and Guarden Packaging Canada the same company?
No. The Australian business operates through Guarden Green Solution Pty Ltd, while the Canadian business operates through Guarden Packaging Products Inc.
They are separate legal entities connected through the Guarden business network.
Which Guarden business should I contact?
For standard compostable bin liners and paper food-waste bags in Australia, visit Compostar.
For Australian commercial projects and custom packaging requirements, visit Guarden Australia.
For Canadian OEM and private-label compostable packaging, visit Guarden Packaging Canada.
Does Guarden provide OEM and private-label manufacturing?
Yes. Guarden supports OEM and private-label packaging through its relevant regional businesses and manufacturing network. Available solutions depend on the market, product specifications and project requirements.
Are all Guarden products covered by the same certifications?
No. Certifications apply to specific products, materials and certificate scopes. Australian and Canadian programmes may follow different certification requirements. Customers should verify the relevant product documentation before purchasing.