Sugarcane Soup Bowl
This plastic-free, sugarcane soup bowl is made from bagasse plant fibers. A renewable resource best used to replace paper and plastics in the packaging industry. Bagasse products are 100% compostable (at home and at industrial facilities) and recyclable.The bowls are suitable for hot, wet and oily foods, offering an alternative to plastic lined paper products. Our products have passed the international FDA, SGS, BPI and OK Home compost certifications.
Sugarcane bagasse is the fibrous residue left after extracting juice from sugarcane. It is recognized for its eco-friendly attributes and is a versatile and sustainable alternative material. It is commonly used to manufacture disposable items such as plates, bowls, and packaging. The production process involves converting the fibrous pulp into a biodegradable material, reducing waste that would otherwise likely be burned and providing a second life to a byproduct that would otherwise be discarded. Sugarcane bagasse products are celebrated for being compostable, renewable, and often free from harmful chemicals.
- Sugarcane bagasse is a byproduct of sugarcane processing, utilizing the waste material from the sugar industry and reducing overall agricultural waste
- Bagasse products are biodegradable and compostable, breaking down into natural components in composting conditions and contributing to soil enrichment without leaving harmful residues
- The production of bagasse-based products typically requires less energy compared to traditional materials like styrofoam or plastics, leading to a lower carbon footprint
- Bagasse is versatile and can be molded into various shapes, making it suitable for the production of disposable plates, bowls, food containers, and packaging
- Bagasse products are often produced without the need for additional chemicals, making them a potentially safer option for food packaging compared to some alternatives.
- While bagasse products can withstand some moisture, they may not be as water-resistant as certain plastic or coated paper alternatives
- Bagasse-based products may be more expensive to produce than conventional plastic or paper products
- Bagasse products may not be as durable as some traditional materials, particularly in applications requiring prolonged use or exposure to certain conditions
- Effective disposal requires access to home or industrial composting facilities. In regions lacking such infrastructure or awareness, bagasse products might end up in regular waste streams, diminishing their environmental benefits.
Product Certifications
Our materials carry globally recognised certifications to ensure our customers can have full confidence in the sustainability credentials of each product and material we provide.
The Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) certification confirms that products meet scientifically proven compostability standards. BPI-certified materials break down completely in commercial composting facilities without leaving toxic residues. This certification is essential for businesses producing compostable packaging, food service products, and other biodegradable goods aiming for sustainability compliance.
TUV Home certification confirms that products can safely compost in home systems, breaking down into organic matter without harmful residues. It promotes sustainable waste practices, encourages home composting, and helps reduce landfill waste, minimizing pollution and conserving resources.
Product Certifications
Our materials carry globally recognised certifications to ensure our customers can have full confidence in the sustainability credentials of each product and material we provide.
The Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) certification confirms that products meet scientifically proven compostability standards. BPI-certified materials break down completely in commercial composting facilities without leaving toxic residues. This certification is essential for businesses producing compostable packaging, food service products, and other biodegradable goods aiming for sustainability compliance.
TUV Home certification confirms that products can safely compost in home systems, breaking down into organic matter without harmful residues. It promotes sustainable waste practices, encourages home composting, and helps reduce landfill waste, minimizing pollution and conserving resources.
