Learn About Common Materials Used to Make Reusable Products
We’ve pulled together a list of the common materials used to produce reusables (ranging from the cheap materials used in low-quality giveaways to the high-quality materials found in the kinds of products we carry). Get an overview of the facts, including things such as safety, sustainability, pros & cons and our overall opinion.
Recycled PET - A Sustainable Path for Plastic
Approximately 31% of plastic bottles produced in the United States are made from a material called PolyEthylene Terephtalate, "PET" or "PETE." Usually clear or green, the plastic is mostly used for consumer goods such as soda bottles and food jars. According to the National Association for PET Container Resources (NAPCOR), in 2005, United States manufacturers produced 5.075 billion pounds of PET products.
Read MoreHemp - Nature's Super Fiber
Hemp is an extremely durable, fast growing sustainable fiber that is drought tolerant. And unlike conventionally grown cotton, it doesn't require massive quantities of pesticides and fertilizers to grow well.
Read MoreThe 7 Most Common Plastics and How They are Typically Used
Understanding different types of plastics is crucial when making decisions on items for your family and home. We offer a variety of safe plastic food and beverage containers, and each product page contains details on the materials used. What follows is a general outline of most types of plastics along with their most common uses.
Read MoreEcoCircle - A Closed-Loop Recycling System For Polyester
EcoCircle is a closed-loop recycling system for used polyester products. It uses the world's first technology for chemical recycling, which chemically decomposes polyester for conversion into new polyester raw materials. Products made from EcoCircle fabrics are the same high quality as those derived from petroleum.
Read MoreBamboo - Naturally Organic
Bamboo is the fastest growing woody plant in the world, capable of growing up to 60 cm (24 in.) or more per day. Organic, beautiful & earth-friendly, this material is known for its fast growth and natural strength.
Read MoreHigh Quality Stainless Steel for Safe and Durable Reusable Products
High quality 18/8 and 18/10 stainless steel is naturally inert. The same material is used for dairy transport, brewing and various medical uses and applications; It will not impart taste or odors, or leach toxins into its contents - and it’s recyclable. Stainless steel has excellent resistance to stain or rust, is easy to clean, durable and sanitary.
Read MoreThe Safe and Practical Reusability of Glass Products
Manufactured since 12,000 BCE, glass is one of the most versatile substances on Earth. Glass is a supercooled liquid, rather than a solid, and used in many applications, in a huge variety of forms. In fact, almost everyone in the world uses glass in some way every single day.
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