StarchWare

StarchWare is the first biodegradable and disposable cornbased dining ware in the Philippines. Made from corn and yam, StarchWare is toxic free and environmentally-friendly.

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About

Starchware disposable food containers is a revolutionary product made of a material that is

  • 100% biodegradable
  • microwaveable
  • toxin-free
  • water-proof
  • oil-proof
  • acid & alkali resistant
  • able to withstand temperatures of -20ºC to 150ºC
  • affordable

StarchWare is made primarily of corn & yam. Under the correct conditions (Sunlight, Humidity, Micro-organisms, etc.), StarchWare will biodegrades after 102 days into the soil.

Contrary to belief that environmentally friendly products are very costly,the price of StarchWare is comparable or even lower than conventional plastics.

You can do your part for the environment and your health. Start using StarchWare today!

Tray Series

Box Series

Box Series

Plate Series

Bowl Series

Cup Series

Cutlery Series

Retail Outlets

You may find our products at the following supermarkets:

  • SM Supermarket
  • SM Hypermart
  • Robinsons Supermarket
  • S & R Membership Shopping
  • Rustans Supermarket
  • Shopwise Supermarket
  • Puregold Supermarket
  • Landmark Supermarket
  • Waltermart Supermarket
  • Makati Supermart
  • Unimart Supermarket
  • Pioneer Center
  • Metro Gaisano
  • Sta. Lucia East Supermarket
  • All Day Supermarket

FAQs

What is considered as a truly green material?
A truly green product should be 100% biodegradable and 100% compostable.
Why must yam be included in the composition of StarchWare™? Why can’t corn or yam be used as the sole material?
A small portion of yam is part of the formula to achieve the desired biodegradation capabilities together with corn starch. Using total corn or yam will not be able to achieve the industrial standard for biodegradability.
Can StarchWare™ be used in a convection oven or in a steamer?
StarchWare™ can be used in a convection oven or in a steamer with temperatures not higher than 150°C.
Is it microwaveable? If it is, how many minutes can it be?
Yes it is. The prudent temperature is at 125°C although a high 150°C is allowed. Maximum microwaving duration can be set for 15 minutes.
What happens when Starchware™ is exposed to temperatures higher than 150°C?
No leaching will occur. However, the product may become softer than usual.
At what levels of pH is it acid proof?
StarchWare™ can take acidity as low as pH 4 which is more than sufficient for the majority of the acidic foodstuffs commonly used.
Can StarchWare™ products be washed and used again?
Yes, you can use it as many times as you deem fit. However, prolonged usage may result in the product turning flimsy.
How long can Starchware™ be stored for?
In a dry and cool condition, it can be kept for at least 3 years. If the cartons are left open, then the expiry date will be shortened.
Will Starchware™ biodegrade if buried in my own garden?
Like all bio-plastics, biodegradation is meant to be done in a compost facility or landfill. The environment in a compost facility or landfill is optimised for biodegradation. This allows the bio-plastics to biodegrade in a relatively short time as compared to biodegrading in a garden.
Can Starchware™ be recycled?
Technically, starch-based plastics can be recycled. However, the volume available for recycling is not huge enough due to the fact that usage of such bioplastics is not as widespread. It is therefore not justifiable to build and maintain such a recycling facility.

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