Eco-friendly Packaging Alternatives For Your Takeaway

Takeaway owners are often thinking about the best sustainable choices for their business, especially when it comes to packaging. 

That's because customers are increasingly aware of the environmental impact of single-use plastics, and they're looking for businesses that offer eco-friendly alternatives. We understand this need, and we're here to help you make the switch to sustainable packaging solutions that are good for your business and the planet.

This article explores the various eco-friendly packaging options we offer, allowing you to be informed of the different alternatives available for packaging products such as paper cups and takeaway boxes.

Sustainable packaging alternatives for takeaways

Traditional plastic packaging has long been a staple in the takeaway industry, but its detrimental effect on the environment is undeniable. That's why we're committed to providing a range of eco-friendly alternatives that minimise waste and reduce your carbon footprint.

Bioplastics (PLA): The plant-based plastic alternative

Bioplastics, specifically Polylactic Acid (PLA), are a fantastic substitute for traditional plastics. Made from renewable resources like corn starch or sugarcane, PLA is biodegradable and compostable under the right conditions.

At Inn Supplies, we offer PLA-lined paper coffee cups, perfect for serving hot beverages without the guilt. We also stock PLA paper drinking straws, a much better alternative to plastic straws that often end up polluting our oceans.

• Benefits of PLA: Biodegradable, compostable, made from renewable resources.
• Inn Supplies products: PLA-lined paper coffee cups, PLA paper drinking straws, and more.

2. Bagasse: From sugarcane to sustainable packaging

Bagasse is a fibrous residue left after sugarcane is processed. Instead of being discarded, it's transformed into sturdy and versatile packaging. Our bagasse range includes everything from fish and chip boxes and other food boxes in various sizes, to sauce pots with lids and even cutlery. Bagasse is not only compostable but also microwave and freezer safe, making it a practical choice for a variety of food types.

• Benefits of bagasse: Compostable, sturdy, microwave and freezer safe, made from a recycled byproduct.
• Inn Supplies products: Bagasse fish and chip boxes, bagasse food boxes (various sizes), bagasse sauce pots with lids, bagasse cutlery, and more.

3. Wooden cutlery: A natural choice

Replacing plastic cutlery with wooden cutlery is a simple yet impactful change. Our wooden cutlery is made from sustainably sourced wood, offering a natural and biodegradable alternative to plastic. It's durable, comfortable to use, and adds a touch of elegance to your takeaway presentation.

• Benefits of wooden cutlery: Biodegradable, compostable, made from sustainably sourced wood.
• Inn Supplies products: Wooden cutlery sets (knives, forks, spoons).

4. Paper straws: The classic eco-friendly option

Paper straws have become a popular and readily available alternative to plastic straws, and moreso after the single use plastic ban. They are biodegradable and compostable, breaking down naturally without harming the environment. At Inn Supplies, we offer high-quality paper straws that are sturdy enough to withstand use in a variety of drinks.

• Benefits of paper straws: Biodegradable, compostable, widely available.
• Inn Supplies products: Paper drinking straws.

Sustainable packaging solutions with Inn Supplies

At Inn Supplies, we are dedicated to helping you make the transition to sustainable packaging. We offer a wide range of eco-friendly alternatives to traditional plastic, allowing you to choose the best options for your business and your customers.

By choosing sustainable packaging, you’re not only reducing your environmental impact but also enhancing your brand image and appealing to environmentally conscious consumers. Of course, without the hefty price tag here.