Compostable Food Packaging Materials
Bioplastics and Biobased Polymers
plant-based plastics derived from renewable materials
Bioplastics include PLA, PHA, tPLA and cPLA which can be molded into a variety of compostable containers and supplies.
PLA Polylactic Acid
Bioplastic Made From Corn
For food and drinks served cold or room temperature, we offer a line of compostable clear cups and containers made from PLA.
Fiber and Wheat Straw FIber
Fiber Made From Agricultural Feedstocks
Many different types of fibrous plants can be used to manufacture alternatives to tree-based paper products and food containers. Wheat straw fiber is made from the leftover stalk after the wheat has been harvested and is naturally gluten-free.
Recycled Paper
Post-consumer recycled paper
Recycled paper is becoming more and more popular in the packaging industry. From coffee cups and food containers to reusable shopping bags, post-consumer paper is 100% compostable, including PLA-lined products.
tPLA & cPLA
PLA with upgrades!
tPLA is a Talc added variety for rigidity and strength used mainly for utensils. cPLA is crystalized PLA which increases its heat resistance and strength for products like coffee cup lids. Both are fully compostable in commercial composting facilities and perfect replacements for plastic!
Sugarcane Fiber/Bagasse
Fiber made from sugarcane stalks
This renewable fiber is a byproduct of sugarcane farming using the leftover sugarcane stalks. It can be molded to make trays, cups, bowls and more.
Cellulose
Bioplastic made from wood
Our cellophane bags are made with Natureflex™ cellulose, a clear film made from processing the natural cellulose fibers of plants. Cellophane bags are food safe and compostable and a hugely popular alternative to plastic bags.
Bamboo
The exterior sheath or entire bamboo plant
Abundant and renewable, bamboo is one of the fastest-growing plants in the world. Its tensile strength is stronger than steel which is why bamboo is used to make utensils and tableware. Its fibers can even be turned into paper to make cups and bowls!
PHA
Bioplastic derived from canola oil
Compostable and marine degradable, PHA straws look, feel, and work just like conventional plastic straws. But, unlike plastic straws, they don’t harm ecosystems or marine animals by breaking down into micro-plastics.
