Explain how is your product environmentally beneficial?
Our products breakdown naturally without posing any disposal problem. The idea is to cut down on the usage of fast food containers made from plastics and polystyrene that litter parks, roadsides and beaches. We do this by using a material which decomposes on land and dissolves rapidly in water. Our products disintegrate and blend into the soil thus alleviating garbage accumulation in our cities, parks, beaches and highways.

Brief me on your production process.
The process is similar to that of making a waffle. Ingredients such as whole piece tapioca, stem, water, and a small amount of safe bleaching agent are mixed together in a thick batter. Water is transformed into steam which pressurises the two heated moulding plates, setting the container's shape.

Is your food container really biodegradable?
The main ingredient of the container is tapioca starch (up to 99%). Once crushed, it will disintegrate in water and biodegrade in the presence of air and moisture.

How does your food container protect my food?
Our containers are better heat retainers compared to the average air filled polystyrene products. In addition, their density (5 times more dense than air filled polystyrene products) makes them more reliable and more durable than conventional polystyrene products.

If it breaks down in water so quickly, how will it hold liquids and beverages?
Tests have revealed that our cups can withstand hot beverages up to a constant 180°C for about 3 to 4 hours without compromising its strength or shape. Cold beverages can be kept for days. The containers have a protective layer of coating, which protect them from moisture.

What sort of coating is used to protect your containers?
The coating is made from selected polymers which are safe for consumption as per the standard set by the food service industry. The containers are moisture resistant and, like the substrate (material underneath), will easily disintegrate and biodegrade. However, the coating will degrade at a slower rate compared to the substrate. This means your coffee cup won't leak, but will disintegrate when crushed or broken.

Is the pricing for your containers higher than paper, polystyrene or plastic products?
Not necessarily. The primary component of the product is tapioca (up to 99%), which is readily available in Malaysia. This contributes to the relatively low prices of our products as compared to other competing products.