# Super Hygenic Utensils The Carbon Fiber Chopsticks Focus on Health and Hygiene By Meghan Young | Published 2010-04-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbon-fiber-chopsticks References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/carbon-fiber-chopsticks-for-germ-free-eating-the-chinese-way/) & [carbonfibergear](http://www.carbonfibergear.com/direct/carbon-fiber-chopsticks-with-matching-carbon-fiber-rest) Considering that chopsticks aren't for the faint of heart, I'm not surprised that someone has designed these Carbon Fiber Chopsticks (and it's not their strength that is appealing). Focusing on health and hygiene, these Carbon Fiber Chopsticks are cut from rare and thick [aerospace technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wave-electric-toothbrush-titanium), which is non-toxic and food-safe. Created by Carbon Fiber Gear, these [germ-free utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lollo) don't come cheap. Priced at $150, I'm sure that their worth the arm and leg. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Carbon Fiber Utensils:** Opportunity for innovative utensils and food-safe products made from carbon fiber. - **Hygienic Utensils:** Opportunity for utensils designed with a focus on health and hygiene, especially in the wake of the pandemic. - **Luxury Utensils:** Opportunity for high-end, luxury utensils that cater to a niche market willing to pay a premium for unique products. ### Where This Applies - **Kitchenware:** Opportunity for kitchenware companies to innovate and offer premium products made with carbon fiber that appeal to modern consumers' desire for unique and functional utensils. - **Aerospace:** Opportunity for aerospace technology companies to explore new markets in the home and kitchen industry, using their expertise to create products that are non-toxic and food-safe. - **Hospitality:** Opportunity for high-end restaurants and hospitality businesses to add a touch of luxury to their offering, catering to customers willing to pay a premium for unique utensils that boost their dining experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Durable Reusable Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiultra-k-sporkit.md) - [Self-Sanitizing Titanium Cutlery Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-cutlery-set.md) - [Artisanal Wooden Kitchen Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-kitchen-tools.md) - [Flatpack Metal Utensil Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uphold-cutlery.md) - [Culture-Honoring Spiralled Chopsticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rassen-chopstick.md) - [Aesthetically Pleasing Cutlery Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-utensil-set.md) - [Volcanic Topography Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cutlery-knives.md) - [Saltiness-Enhancing Electric Chopsticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-chopsticks.md) - [Sterling Silver Sleek Homeware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oddities.md)