Material Composition | Home recycling stations, eco-conscious offices | Industry: Plastic (non-transparent, 3mm, ASTM D638) Base: Transparent PET (5mm, ASTM D790) ▲ Advanced: Reinforced PET with UV coating (ASTM D4329) ▲▲ | Base: Visibility of contents; Advanced: UV resistance for outdoor use | Base: May scratch over time; Advanced: Slightly heavier and costlier than Base |
Capacity | Multi-person households, hotels, offices | Industry: 5L (ISO 10527) Base: 8L (ISO 10527) ▲ Advanced: 10L (ISO 10527) ▲▲ | Base: Meets daily needs; Advanced: Larger capacity for high-traffic areas | Advanced: Bulkier in small spaces; Base may overflow in heavy-use scenarios |
Design & Shape | Modern living rooms, minimalist offices | Industry: Round (ISO 9001) Base: Rectangular (ISO 9001) ▲ Advanced: Rectangular with ergonomic corners (ISO 9001) ▲▲ | Base: Space-efficient; Advanced: Reduces sharp edges for safety | Base: Less traditional aesthetic; Advanced: Higher cost due to design complexity |
Portability | Hotels, outdoor events, kitchens | Industry: No handle (ISO 1441) Base: Top handle (ISO 1441) ▲ Advanced: Dual handles (ISO 1441) ▲▲ | Base: Easy to move; Advanced: Better grip for heavy loads | Base: Handle may strain; Advanced: Adds material cost |
Eco-Friendly Features | Eco-conscious households, corporate sustainability goals | Industry: Non-recycled plastic (ISO 14020) Base: 80% recycled PET (ISO 14021) ▲ Advanced: 100% recycled PET + biodegradable additives (ISO 14021) ▲▲ | Base: Reduces environmental impact; Advanced: Fully recyclable and biodegradable | Base: Slightly higher cost; Advanced: Most expensive tier |
Lid Type/Structure | Kitchens, hotels needing odor control | Industry: Lid included (ASTM D3956) Base: No lid (space-saving) Advanced: Optional magnetic lid (ASTM D3956) ▲▲ | Base: Saves space; Advanced: Optional odor control without bulkiness | Base: Potential odor issues; Advanced: Lid adds cost and complexity |