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Biodegradable & Compostable Straws

Biodegradable straws are one of the alternatives available that fit these criteria. Why? As you will know, conventional plastics can take as long as 500 years to decompose in nature. Biodegradable materials such as paper, on the other hand, can break down in a matter of months – or even weeks. This makes them much less damaging for the ocean and the environment at large. Biodegradable alternatives to plastic straws include products made from organic materials such as straw, pasta, bamboo, or paper. These break down without leaving a trace in a timescale sometimes as short as weeks.

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Biodegradable alternatives are the future. Yet, what positive impact do they actually have on the environment? Here are four ways in which biodegradable straws truly make a difference. 

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Biodegradable straws reduce the threat of ocean trash

Biodegradable straws reduce microplastics at sea and on land

Biodegradable materials are non-toxic

Transitioning from plastic to biodegradable paper reduces your carbon footprint

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PLA Resin Straw

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PLA stands for polylactic acid which is made from renewable resources, such as sugarcane or corn starch. PLA is biodegradable and commercially compostable. Naturally, one would assume that since PLA Straws are derived from natural ingredients that it would be better for the environment.  It's clear and function & feel the same way plastic straws do.  They are also sturdy, hold well in drinks and are perceived to be more hygienic as they are a single-use item.  PLA straws hold a number of  benefits.  Not only are they made from renewable plant-based materials but they also require 68% fewer fossil fuel resources to produce than traditional plastic and are commercially compostable to boot.  This makes them a more sustainable choice in comparison to their plastic counterparts. 

CORN & Tapioca Starch + PLA Resin

As the name implies, corn starch biocompostables are made from corn starch. The starch is converted into a polymer, the main ingredient in materials that have a plastic-like feel. The plastics can be clear or opaque, soft or hard.

  • Bio straws made of natural vegetation waste - Made from a mix blend of starch based (such as corn, tapioca, cassava, sweet potato), non toxic, and environmental friendly.

  • Single use disposable straws & safe for the environment and no harm to wildlife.

  • Naturally biodegrades and decomposes within 180 days (6 months) & can be used as fertiliser for plants and feeds for animals once disposed.

TUV Austria Certified / SIRIM & ECO LABEL CERTIFIED (100% biodegradable and compostable) and harmless if consumed by animals.
Choice of non-wrapped / individually wrapped straws. Made in Malaysia and only for cold drink

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Fiber+ Starch Based Straw

made of the wheat harvest, contains lignin. Lignin is the part of the plant that keeps it standing up. So it is similar to a tree trunk, but for smaller plants. Lignin, when combined with sugar, can be turned into a bio-plastic

Fiber+ Starch Based Straw

made of the wheat harvest, contains lignin. Lignin is the part of the plant that keeps it standing up. So it is similar to a tree trunk, but for smaller plants. Lignin, when combined with sugar, can be turned into a bio-plastic

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