PMI compostable range of straws made from 100% plant-based PLA (corn starch)
As the name implies, corn starch compostable 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. A
kind of acid called polylactic acid (PLA) is made from the corn starch. This i
s why corn starch biocompostables are sometimes called PLA plastics.
Wrapping
Packaging
Individual single-piece transparent
or corn film wrapped to meet the different
consumer groups demands.
Individual single color or multi color packaging in retail box pack.
Material
Customized Size
100% plant-based renewable resources (Com Starch). Also known as PLA (polylactic acid).
Our range starts from 5.5mm up to our 12mm straw-perfect for slurping smoothies or bubble tea.
Certified Standard
SIRIM, Din-Certo, BPI, OK Compost, KWP, Compostable.
Biodegradable and Compostable
A biodegradable material is not necessarily compostable. A compostable material is always biodegradable.
Biodegradable
Biodegradable refers to the ability of a substance to break down into
small enough parts so that microorganisms can consume it. Biodegradable
products break down naturally when placed in a land fill, if given enough time.
“Bio” meaning “life,” “degrade” meaning to break down, and “able” of course
meaning that it can happen.
Biodegradable Cycle Chart
Breaks down into
smaller sized pieces
Requires heat, water,
oxygen and micro organisms
but may never
fully break down.
May take decades
to disappear
Plastics biodegrade
into smaller pieces
of plastic over
a longer period
of time.
Compostable
Compostable refers to the ability of a microbes to break down materials.
Products that compost leaves no visible, distinguishable or toxic residue
and generally help improve the soil. Composting is the process of recycling
organic waste so that it can eventually be reused.
Compostable Cycle Chart
Breaks down into
non-toxic components
Requires heat, water,
oxygen and micro organisms
to fully break down
Breaks down completely
and does not harm
plant growth
Bio based materials break down
faster as long as the right
condition are met
What is the real difference for Plastic, PLA, Paper and Steel Straws ?
The environmental impact from discarded plastic straws has drawn attention of consumers around the world. The globalconsumermovement targeting single-useplastic straws is completely justified.We are strong advocates for sayingno to plastic by providingbiodegradable andcompostablestraws. However,before we can change consumer behaviour,it’s important for people to understand the difference betweencommon straw products andassociated environmental impacts.
Difference Between Common Straws
Plastic Straws
One time use, end up in the landfill and pollute communities.
Plastic is not enenvironmentally friendly.
Contains BPA or other toxins that leach into our food and damages our health.
Made out of petroleum BI-product polypropylene.
When exposed to hot water or steam, plastic straws can easily melt and leak toxins.
Take up to 200 years to decompose.
PLA Straws
PLA stands for Polylactic Acid which is made from renewable resources, such as sugarcane or corn starch.
It decomposes forming carbon dioxide and water, which present no danger to the environment.
Unlike recycling, no chemicals or processes are required to dispose of a biodegradable straws.
Composting is a natural process of degradation of plant and animal material and returns nutrients back to the soil.
Paper Straws
Paper straws getting soggy too quickly.
Colour of paper straws leachinginto drinks after few hours.
Paper is biodegradable, unfortunately it won’t break down even after a very long time if it contains a lot of pulp.
Price are slightly expensive due to customizable design, colourand shape.
Requires cellulose and if procured from vegetation which involves trees then it adds to the problem differently.
Steel Straws
Can’t see the liquid coming up the straw.
Not convenient with little kids to see if they actually are drinking.
Drinking a cold smoothie? The straw gets super cold.
Washing the straw in hot water? Careful, don’t burn yourself.
Most expensive investment if you are in huge usage.
Might be hard on sensitive teeth. May have sharp edges.
