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PLA Bottles – Changing petroleum-based bottles into plant-based bottles.
We represent a manufacturer of PLA bottles – preforms. Compostable and recyclable bottles for water, milk and juices. We believe in leaving future generations a healthier planet where consumer product packaging has a lower environmental impact, generates less waste, and is recyclable, compostable, and sustainable.
The PLA bottles for juice and PLA milk bottles are the next logical products that will reduce the single-use plastic waste issues. Some of our plant-based preforms are still in development. If you have questions and would like to know more about the work that is underway, send us an email for more information.

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plant-based biodegradable water bottles

Now available - PLA bottles of water

Are you interested in PLA bottles filled with water? We now can provide you with a ready-made product, a plant-based bottle of water. We have bottlers in the USA – Canada – Europe – the Gulf area – and South America that can provide you with this high-end product. Our bottles of water are available in 500ml and the blown bottle, label, and cap are made from plants. No toxic fossil plastic is used in this product. A product made with natural raw materials like sugarcane is according to us the best packaging for water.

Our PLA Bottles are different

Petroleum-based, single-use plastics such as bottles, caps, straws, and food utensils clog landfills and contaminate our landscapes and watersheds. We are dedicated to reducing the usage of environmentally-unsound, single-use plastics. We favor non-GMO, plant-based PLA, and PHA resins for manufacturing unique compostable preforms which make earth-friendly bottles.

PLA bottles can be disposed of through industrial composting, recycled, incinerated, or digested with food waste which converts the mash to greywater. We are looking for “closed-loop” venues which allow ‘point-of-use” collection of empty bottles and caps, which then will undergo proper end-of-life processing.

To get our compostable bottles on the market we work together with bottlers to covert the preforms to bottles, and fill them with superior water, which will offer consumers the “best water in the best bottle in the world”.

Our PLA bottles are ideal for:

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Restaurants
cruise lines ideal for food composters
Cruise lines
theme parks ideal for food composters
Theme parks
hotels ideal for food composters
Hotels
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Events
nursing homes ideal for food composters - food digesters -compostingmachines
Nursing homes Hospitals
sport stadiums ideal for food composters - food digesters -compostingmachines
Sport events - stadiums
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Remote lodges
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resorts
universities ideal for food composters - food digesters -compostingmachines
Universities

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PLA water bottles

Exploring End-of-Life Solutions for Our Plant-Based Bottles

At our company, sustainability goes beyond producing plant-based bottles. We are committed to ensuring that our bottles are responsibly managed after use, which is why we focus on a variety of environmentally friendly disposal and recycling options.

Our bottles are designed with flexibility in mind. Once used, they can be:

  • Safely Incinerated: Our bottles are safe for energy recovery through incineration, providing a clean energy source without harmful emissions.

  • Easily Recycled: They can be seamlessly integrated into existing recycling systems when appropriate sorting mechanisms are in place, making it simple to recycle them alongside other waste streams.

  • Composted Industrially: In industrial composting facilities, our bottles break down efficiently, contributing to nutrient-rich compost without leaving harmful residues.

  • Repurposed for 3D Printing: Used bottles can also be transformed into filament for 3D printing, providing a second life for the material in creative and industrial applications.

  • Converted into New Products: Beyond recycling, the material from the bottles can be used to create other injection-molded products, giving it further utility in manufacturing.

  • Animal Feed: Interestingly, there are even possibilities to process the bottles into feed for animals, demonstrating the wide range of applications after their initial use.

However, we understand that traditional waste management systems may not always provide an easy path for plant-based packaging. While PET bottles often have well-established recycling streams, PLA recycling is still developing, with some regions lacking the necessary infrastructure. Additionally, misconceptions about plant-based packaging often lead to confusion, as many believe these materials naturally compost in all environments. In reality, compostable materials like our bottles need the right industrial conditions to break down properly.

If you’re looking to switch to a more eco-friendly bottle solution for your business, we invite you to reach out. Let’s work together to implement our PLA bottles and help your brand move toward a more sustainable future.

Compostable milk bottles

Since 2004, we’ve been at the forefront of innovation, developing plant-based PLA (polylactic acid) compostable milk bottles. We believe we were among the first globally to create this sustainable packaging solution over 15 years ago. Yet, despite the growing demand for organic and natural products, many of these items are still packaged in petroleum-based plastics. This practice has always been counterintuitive, and it remains a puzzling choice for eco-conscious consumers and businesses alike.

Our PLA bottles present a fully sustainable alternative for packaging milk, yogurt, drinking yogurt, and similar products. By utilizing PLA, your company can achieve a 100% natural, eco-friendly final product. These bottles are entirely compostable in industrial composting facilities and free from harmful toxins, ensuring that the purity of your product is maintained from packaging to consumption. The use of our PLA bottles also significantly reduces your company’s CO2 footprint, demonstrating a commitment to environmental responsibility while adding distinct value to your product line.

What sets our bottles apart is their versatility at the end of their lifecycle. If they end up in an incinerator, they can be safely disposed of with no negative impact on the environment. If a PLA recycling stream is available, they can be fully recycled as a mono-material, reducing waste and contributing to a circular economy. We also offer fully plant-based shrink sleeves for our bottles, allowing your brand to communicate its eco-friendly message across the entire packaging, creating a seamless and cohesive look that speaks to environmentally conscious consumers.

With growing consumer awareness around sustainable practices, offering PLA compostable bottles can set your company apart from the competition. By adopting our solution, you not only contribute to a healthier planet but also align your brand with the values of today’s green-conscious market.

If you are ready to explore how our compostable PLA milk bottles can enhance your sustainability efforts and elevate your brand, we would be delighted to discuss the possibilities with you. Please feel free to contact us to learn more about how we can collaborate on creating a greener future for your company.

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Plant-based juice bottles

 

We believe in natural juices in natural packaging, and what’s more natural than a plant-based product in a plant-based bottle? That’s why we offer PLA bottles and compostable caps as an alternative to petroleum plastic for juice producers. We are currently finalizing the development of a 33mm cap and a 38mm preform to provide compostable juice bottles for different sizes of fruit and vegetable juices.

Our plant-based juice bottles offer a 100% natural end product with no toxic packaging. They are 100% compostable in an industrial composting facility, safe to incinerate, and recyclable as mono-stream PLA at a specialized PLA recycler. We can also supply full bottle shrink sleeves that are 100% plant-based, allowing for optimal use of marketing and communication to customers.

In addition, we have developed a compostable closure after five years of trial and error. Our biodegradable water bottles, caps, and labels are now 100% plant-based and can be processed in recycling, compost installations, boilers, and/or possibly digested in a digester that has been in continued research and development for almost a decade. Our PCO1810 preform and closure is ready for mass production, offering a 23.5-gram preform with a 28mm neck suitable for 500 ml bottles.

If you are interested in moving towards plant-based packaging for your juice production, please contact us to learn more about our compostable juice bottles and caps.

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