Australian sustainable packaging solutions company BioPak has gained certification for its Aqueous coffee cups as home compostable to Australian standards (AS5810).
The company says this technology is a game-changer in the world of disposable paper cups, offering an eco-friendly alternative that is food safe, odourless and can be disposed of right in your backyard compost bin.
Aqueous is a technology that uses a water-based dispersion coating, which is applied like paint and absorbed into the paper fibres of the cup. According to the company, this process reduces the amount of material needed while still providing the same leak and grease-proof benefits as other coatings like traditional PE plastic.
"Aqueous currently represents the gold standard for lining solutions on the market, but our unwavering commitment to innovation means that we are already working on new and exciting developments to be released within the year," said Gary Smith, BioPak’s CEO.
Aqueous BioCups are currently available in single and double wall in stone colour. In March, BioPak will be launching new black cups in both single and double wall cup options in 4 oz-16 oz sizes. In the coming month BioPak will be transitioning all its BioCups colour ranges across to this new water-based coating technology.
The company suggests these cups can be paired with its plastic-free plant fibre lids, which it says is made from at least 70 per cent recycled plant fibre and certified home compostable (AS5810).
“We are thrilled to be able to offer our customers a fully home compostable cup solution that is both functional and visually appealing. With the release of our new Black Aqueous Cups, we are confident that we are providing a solution that meets the needs of our customers while promoting sustainability,” Smith concluded.
