Re-usable rice husk cups
With these cups, by using a pioneering formula in Europe based on the use of rice husks, CO2 emissions are reduced by 72%.
The company Ecogots has revolutionised the market for 100% reusable cups by finding a formula that replaces 60% of the plastic with rice husks from the Ebro Delta. This proximity material called Oryzite was born from the intention of reusing the 12 million kilos of rice husks that were discarded every year in the rice fields of Montsià (Tarragona).
This pioneering formula in Europe transforms the organic material into a raw material that replaces plastic, reducing CO2 emissions by 72%. It also saves energy thanks to the shorter cycles and the better technical properties with which this material is processed.
Despite their flexibility, Ecogots sustainable cups are characterised by being extremely resistant and customisable products, able to withstand cold and heat, and are dishwasher and microwave safe. They can also be manufactured in various colours and customised with the desired design.
Their sustainable composition and technical characteristics have made Ecogots the best reusable alternative to replace all-plastic or single-use containers in take-away food and beverage establishments.
Currently, Ecogots is actively collaborating with catering chains and cafeterias, allowing the reuse of single-use packaging through a return system. In this way…
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