An organic waste odor absorbing composition for the absorption of odorsresultingfrom decomposing organic waste is disclosed. The composition comprises driedcarbon and/or silica based matter, either natural or synthetic. The carbon-basedmaterials consist of 35% to 85% holocellulose and 8% to 30% lignin. The silica-basedmaterials consist of 40% to 80% silica. The materials may be mechanicallysized to allow for adequate airflow and surface area exposure to the organicwaste.
