Abstract: The present disclosure provides a biodegradable and compostable multilayer film. The biodegradable and compostable multilayer film comprises a sealant product side layer comprising at least one slip additive and having a pre-determined co-efficient of friction, an outer surface layer, and at least one intermediate layer disposed between the sealant product 5 side layer and the outer surface layer. The biodegradable and compostable multilayer film of the present disclosure has good mechanical properties and is non-reactive with tobacco based products, medicines, and food products to be packaged.