PP Plastic & PLA Bioplastic Cups FAQs
PLA Bioplastic comes from renewable resources like corn starch and tapioca. They are commercially compostable where accepted. Products made from PLA look and feel the same as conventional plastics, and they can be used in most packaging applications. PLA is not widely recyclable (code 7) but is commercially compostable where accepted.
· Small: 5-7oz
· Medium: 9-10-12oz
· Large: 16-20oz
· Imperial Pint Size: 20oz
 These compostable plastic cups are unlikely to interfere with the flavor of drinks. Regular plastics may have more impact on your drink’s taste, for example, milk will acquire a different taste in a Polystyrene cup. The permeability of bioplastic packaging can actually be beneficial to some food products.
 Our PP (Polypropylene) plastic cups are widely recyclable (Code 5). On the other hand, our PLA bioplastic cups are compostable and will break down after 12 weeks in a commercial composting facility.
 No, our plastic cups and lids are sold separately as not all customers require lids. This allows you to choose the packaging combination that best suits your needs.
 Yes, our plastic cups can be branded or customized (minimum print quantities apply).
Please get in touch if you are interested in a branded or custom product by phone at +44(0)20 3006 2432, Whatsapp, or email info@packagingenvironmental.co.uk.
 Certainly! Sticker branding is a cost-effective solution for branding plastic cups, especially if you cannot meet the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for direct printing. The minimum order quantity for producing stickers is only 1000 pieces. Feel free to contact us for more information about pricing and lead times for sticker branding.
 If you would like to test our plastic cups before placing an order, we are happy to provide samples. Please submit a sample request form or contact us by phone at +44(0)20 3006 2432, Whatsapp, or email info@packagingenvironmental.co.uk, and we will send you samples usually within a few days.