Biodegradable Questions

• What is biodegradation?

  Biodegradation is the process by which organic substances are broken down by the enzymes produced by living organisms.

• What is composting?

  Compostable materials will be digested by microbes and transformed into water and carbon dioxide under certain conditions.

• What is biodegradable packaging?

  Biodegradable packaging is an innovation, when expose to the right elements can be broken down by micro organisms.

• What is biodegradable packaging made of?

  Biodegradable packaging is made from renewable waste resources such as wheat and sugar cane, recycled waste paper and polyactic acid.

• What is the definition of renewable waste resources?

  Renewable waste resources are raw materials obtained from the by-product of agricultural production. There is regeneration as compared to fossil resources.

• How long does biodegradable packaging take to fully disintegrate?

  Our products adheres to international biodegradable and compostable standards. Certified packaging totally disintegrates into CO₂ and water within 180 days when disposed in a landfill.

Sugar Cane Bagasse Questions

• What is sugar cane bagasse?

  Bagasse is the biomass remaining after sugarcane or sorghum stalks are crushed to extract their juice. It is used to make insulated disposable food containers, replacing materials such as styrofoam, which are increasingly regarded as environmentally unacceptable.

• Is packaging made from Sugar Cane Bagasse safe?

  Yes, Sugar Cane Bagasse itself is a by product of sugar production and is not considered harmful. We take food safety very seriously and we only choose manufacturing partners that are certified to international standards.

• How long does it take for sugar cane bagasse to biodegrade?

  Our products adheres to international biodegradable and compostable standards. When exposed to the right elements our products will completly biodegrade with 180 days.

• Can i customise using my own packaging design?

  Yes, using our Bespoke Solution we can customise your product. This gives you the flexibility to create your own embossments and logos.

• Can i use bagasse products in a microwave or oven?

  Yes, our products can be used in a microwave or oven up to 220°C. Please see our product specifications

Polylactic acid (PLA) Questions

• What is Polylactic acid (PLA)?

  Polylactic acid or polylactide (PLA) is a biodegradable, thermoplastic, aliphatic polyester derived from renewable resources, such as corn starch or sugarcanes.