Materials & Certifications

We use a range of materials in our packaging—each selected for its purpose, safety, and environmental impact. This page lists the materials we work with and the certifications available upon request, to help you choose what best fits your needs.

Materials We Use

All materials are food-safe and selected based on their intended use, such as heat resistance, compostability, recyclability, or structural strength.

Plant-Based & Fiber Materialsa

Kraft Paper

Kraft Paper

Strong, recyclable paper available in brown or bleached finish. Commonly used for cups, boxes, bags, and sleeves. Easy to print and shape.
Sugarcane Bagasse

Sugarcane Bagasse

Molded fiber made from sugarcane waste. Compostable and heat-resistant. Used for plates, trays, bowls, and clamshell containers.
Bamboo Fiber

Bamboo Fiber

Light, biodegradable material suitable for trays, lids, and disposable tableware. Slightly smoother surface than bagasse.
PLA (Polylactic Acid)

PLA (Polylactic Acid)

Transparent bioplastic derived from corn starch. Suitable for cold-use packaging such as cups, films, and inner coatings. Compostable under industrial conditions.
CPLA (Crystallized PLA)

CPLA (Crystallized PLA)

Modified PLA with heat resistance up to ~85°C. Used in hot cup lids, compostable utensils, and thermoformed items.
Recycled Paperboard

Recycled Paperboard

Made from post-consumer paper waste. Suitable for outer packaging, sleeves, cartons. Not intended for direct food contact unless coated.

Plastic & Coated Materials

PET

PET

Transparent, strong, and fully recyclable. Ideal for cold drink cups, salad lids, and clamshells. Not heat-resistant.
PP

PP

Durable, lightweight plastic with high heat resistance. Used for hot food lids, soup containers, and cutlery. Recyclable in most systems.
PE Coating

PE Coating

Polyethylene layer applied to paper for leak and grease resistance. Used in standard paper cups and boxes. Not compostable.
PLA Coating

PLA Coating

Plant-based lining for paper products. Offers water/oil resistance while maintaining compostability. Suitable for eco cups and containers.

How to Confirm Material Compatibility

If you're not sure which material is suitable for your product, consider the following:

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  • For hot liquids Use PE-coated paper, PLA-lined paper, or CPLA
  • For cold drinks PET or PLA
  • For oil-heavy foods Use bagasse or PE-coated kraft
  • For compostable packaging Bagasse, PLA, bamboo fiber
  • For freezer use PET or PP
  • For direct branding print Kraft paper or coated paperboard

Certifications Available

We can provide relevant documentation upon request. Certification type depends on the material and product application.

*Please let us know your compliance needs when placing an order. Not all products hold all certifications.

Material Reference Table

This chart is for general reference only. Material behavior may vary depending on product thickness, additives, and local regulations.

Material Compostable Recyclable Heat-Resistant Transparent Printability Surface Finish Common Uses
Kraft Paper ✖️ ✔️ ✖️ ✖️ ✔️ Matte, textured Cups, boxes, bags, sleeves
PE-Coated Paper ✖️ ✖️ ✔️ ✖️ ✔️ Smooth, semi-gloss Paper cups, food boxes
PLA-Coated Paper ✔️ ✖️ ✖️ ✖️ ✔️ Smooth, eco finish Compostable cups, trays
Bagasse ✔️ ✖️ ✔️ ✖️ Limited Matte, fibered Plates, trays, bowls
Bamboo Fiber ✔️ ✖️ ✔️ ✖️ Limited Smooth, natural Trays, clamshells, lids
PLA ✔️ ✖️ ✖️ ✔️ ✔️(labels) Clear, glossy Cold drink cups, film lining
CPLA ✔️ ✖️ ✔️ ✖️ ✔️ Opaque, matte Hot lids, cutlery
PET ✖️ ✔️ ✖️ ✔️ Limited Clear, glossy Lids, cold cups
PP ✖️ ✔️ ✔️ ✖️ Limited Semi-clear, smooth Hot lids, utensils
Recycled Paperboard ✖️ ✔️ ✖️ ✖️ ✔️ Smooth, coated Sleeves, cartons (non-food)
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