May 15, 2025
How Safe Are Palm Leaf Plates for Food?
When it comes to eco-friendly disposable dinnerware, palm leaf plates stand out—not just for their sustainability and beauty, but also for how safely they handle food.
At Indie Palm, food safety is our top priority. That’s why our palm leaf plates undergo independent, internationally certified testing to meet some of the most stringent food safety regulations in the world.
Our plates are manufactured in India using a natural, chemical-free process. And now, they’ve been lab-tested and certified by SGS India, one of the world’s most respected testing organizations.
Here’s what the lab confirmed:
✅ No harmful chemicals: Tested under European Union Regulation 1935/2004, our plates show no detectable migration of formaldehyde or pentachlorophenol (PCP)—chemicals often restricted in food-contact materials.
✅ No plastic coatings or additives: Unlike molded fiber or paper plates, our palm leaf plates are made without glue, binders, or plastic linings.
✅ Odor- and taste-neutral: Our plates passed sensory tests under the German LFGB food safety standard, ensuring that the food you serve tastes exactly as it should—with no off-odors or strange aftertastes.
In short, our palm leaf plates are tested safe for real food, hot or cold, whether you’re serving guests at a backyard gathering or hosting a large catered event.
Naturally beautiful. Compostable. And certified safe.
That’s the Indie Palm difference.