The need for biodegradable products is becoming more widely apparent as consumer waste reaches new highs, which is seeing some companies respond with new options like the PG Tips tea brand.
The brand has committed to creating tea bags that are crafted from a plant-based material instead of polypropylene to ensure that the entire product will break down after use. This material is crafted from corn starch, which is reported to be fully biodegradable and 100% renewable to ensure they are as sustainably oriented as possible.
The PG Tips tea brand biodegradable tea bags were explained by Noel Clarke, Unilever VP of Refreshment, who said, "The new 100% plant-based material we’re moving to is an innovation based on cutting edge science and technology and we’re all really excited that. Starting from now, the PG Tips that you know and love will come from 100% plant-based material from a renewable source that’s fully biodegradable."
Biodegradable Tea Packaging
The PG Tips Tea Brand is Making Tea Bags from Plant-Based Material
Trend Themes
1. Rise of Biodegradable Packaging - The need for biodegradable products is driving the demand for sustainable packaging materials.
2. Plant-based Materials - Companies are exploring the use of plant-based materials like corn starch to develop eco-friendly alternatives in various industries.
3. Sustainable Innovation - Companies are utilizing cutting-edge science and technology to develop sustainable innovations in product materials and packaging.
Industry Implications
1. Tea and Beverage Industry - Tea brands and beverage companies can explore the adoption of biodegradable packaging to meet consumer demand for environmentally friendly products.
2. Packaging Industry - The packaging industry has the opportunity to innovate and develop biodegradable packaging solutions using plant-based materials to address the need for sustainable packaging options.
3. Sustainable Materials Industry - Companies in the sustainable materials industry can further develop and supply plant-based materials for various applications, including packaging materials.