PLA Straws: Biodegradable and Heat-Resistant!

With the implementation of the "comprehensive ban on the use of non-degradable disposable plastic straws," aside from some paper straws, almost all straws on the market have now been replaced with more environmentally friendly, degradable PLA straws.

Why Choose PLA Straws?

When it comes to eco-friendly straws, paper straws are often the first to come to mind. Paper is generally considered to be environmentally friendly, but paper straws are relatively expensive and their user experience needs improvement. They must use paper and adhesives that meet food safety requirements, and if the paper straws have printed patterns, the food safety of the ink must also meet standards since they all need to come into direct contact with food to ensure product safety. Additionally, they need to be suitable for a variety of drinks available in the market. Many paper straws tend to soften or the adhesive comes apart when they come into contact with high-temperature or acidic drinks, which are issues that need to be addressed. The biggest drawback is that they are not durable when soaked, and they have an unpleasant mouthfeel, which led to them being largely replaced by degradable PLA straws within a year.

Details of Degradable PLA Straws

Degradable PLA straws use lactide from renewable plant resources as raw material, offering advantages such as renewable raw materials, complete degradability, and biological safety. The production process of degradable PLA straws is simple, with a short production cycle. They are manufactured using a one-time extrusion molding process, which provides excellent biodegradability. They degrade to produce CO2 and H2O, causing no pollution to the environment and meeting the requirements for industrial composting. The PLA straws produced by high-temperature extrusion have good thermal stability, excellent solvent resistance, and their product gloss, transparency, and tactile performance can replace petroleum-based products. All physicochemical indicators of the products meet local food safety regulations. Therefore, the application of degradable PLA straws is extensive and can adapt to most beverage needs on the market.

Degradable PLA straws generally use materials such as polylactic acid (PLA), PLA+PBAT (or additionally MD), and PLA+PBS (or additionally MD). The so-called PLA material straws contain more than 50% PLA (if no MD is added, it should be over 90%). The biggest advantage of using PLA materials is that they can be made transparent, resulting in straws with high bio-based content.

Choosing PLA Straws Wholesale

Industry Leading Position

As a leading PLA straw manufacturer in China, GoodBioPak's product quality and technical strength are unquestionable. Choosing such a brand for PLA straws wholesale means you can obtain the highest quality and most advanced products on the market.

Excellent Product Performance

GoodBioPak's PLA straws not only have superb high rigidity, ensuring that they do not easily deform or break during use, but also have smooth cuts, greatly reducing the risk of lip injuries during use. Additionally, they can withstand high temperatures up to 176°F, making them suitable for various hot beverages. Their practical utility makes them the best choice for PLA straws wholesale.

Environmental Protection and Sustainability

As compostable and biodegradable products, GoodBioPak's PLA straws completely align with modern environmental concepts, helping to reduce plastic pollution and protect the earth. Choosing GoodBioPak for PLA straws wholesale is undoubtedly a major plus for companies emphasizing corporate social responsibility and sustainable development.

Cost Advantage

Compared to other products with the same rigidity and functionality on the market, GoodBioPak's plant-based biodegradable straws reduce raw material costs by nearly 5% while maintaining excellent quality. This means choosing GoodBioPak for PLA straws wholesale allows you to enjoy more competitive prices without sacrificing product quality, thus reducing costs and improving profitability.