We’ve all been there. You lift your Small bin liner out of the kitchen caddy, and suddenly—drip, drip, drip. "Bin juice" all over the floor.

For many Aussie households, switching to FOGO Bin Liners is a great way to help the planet, but it often comes with a messy learning curve. The biggest question we get asked at Compostar is: "Should I use cornstarch bags or paper bags for my food scraps?"

The answer depends on what you are throwing away. Here is your guide to choosing the perfect eco bin bags for your home.

1. For Kitchen Scraps: Why Paper Wins

If you primarily use your caddy for wet food waste (fruit peels, coffee grounds, leftovers), moisture is your enemy.

Standard cornstarch eco bin bags act like plastic—they trap heat and moisture inside. This speeds up the rotting process, creating smells and liquid that pools at the bottom.

This is why we recommend [paper caddy liners] for the kitchen.

  • Breathable: Our Kraft paper allows moisture to evaporate, meaning the food dries out instead of rotting.

  • Leak-Proof: Designed as a structured Leak-Proof bin liner, they stand up on their own and don't sweat.

  • Tough: They won't disintegrate the moment you throw a wet tea bag in.

Verdict: For Food Scrap Bags, paper is the cleaner, dryer choice.

2. For Bathrooms & Dry Waste: Why Cornstarch Wins

However, sometimes you need flexibility. If you are looking for a Small bin liner for your bathroom vanity, home office, or nappy bin, our 8L cornstarch rolls are the winner.

  • Flexible Fit: These soft liners stretch to fit snugly over the rim of any standard pedal bin.

  • Certified Home Compostable: Our 8L rolls carry the AS 5810 certification, making them perfect for your backyard compost heap.

  • Multi-Purpose: They are great for collecting dry rubbish or dog waste where "bin juice" isn't an issue.

Verdict: For general household waste, cornstarch film is the versatile king.

3. The "Council Approved" Check

Whether you choose paper or cornstarch, the most important rule is compliance.

Many "biodegradable" bags sold in supermarkets contain microplastics and are banned from FOGO bins. To ensure your bin is collected, you must use Green bin bags Council services approve.

All Compostar Small bin liner products are certified to AS 4736 (Commercial Compostable), meaning they are 100% safe for your council’s green bin.

Ready to ditch the plastic?

Don't let a leaky bag ruin your eco-friendly efforts.

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