# Flat-Packed Wallet-Sized Cutlery The 'GoSun Flatware' Eliminates the Need for Single-Use Plastics By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-10-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gosun-flatware References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/edc-utensils-30-10-2019/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/patricksherwin/gosun-flatware-reusable-utensils-to-stop-single-use-plastic) The 'GoSun Flatware' is positioned as a [reusable cutlery collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/to-go-collection) that will help consumers to ditch single-use plastic alternatives when out of the house. Featuring a [flat-pack design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hancept-zero-mk2), the cutlery is crafted from stainless steel and comes in fork and spoon models that can be used with any kind of fare. The slim utensils can be stored discreetly inside a case and even within a wallet to ensure they're always on hand when getting takeaway or eating lunch at the office. The 'GoSun Flatware' is 100% dishwasher safe to allow for easy cleaning between uses and ensure it's sterilized after being used out of the house. The cutlery addresses the need for hygienic, reusable alternatives to [single-use plastics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allday-goods-x-outsiders-store-knife) as more consumers seek to reduce their dependency on the disposable materials. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Reusable Flat-pack Cutlery:** Opportunity to create other reusable flat-pack products that can be taken on the go. - **Hygienic Reusable Alternatives:** Development of other hygienic reusable alternatives to single-use plastics can be disruptive to the industry, especially in food service. - **Convenient Utensils:** Creating more convenient utensil designs that can be easily stored and readily accessible can disrupt the cutlery industry. ### Where This Applies - **Cutlery:** There is an opportunity for cutlery companies to develop more reusable designs and address the need for hygienic, reusable alternatives to single-use plastics. - **Food Service:** This trend provides an opportunity for food service businesses to offer more hygienic reusable utensils to their customers instead of single-use plastics. - **Packaging:** Packaging companies can also get in on the trend and develop more sustainable and hygienic packaging solutions for flat-pack utensils. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Card-Size Travel Cutlery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-cutlery.md) - [Aesthetically Pleasing Cutlery Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-utensil-set.md) - [Interchangeable All-in-One Cutlery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinchy-cutlery.md) - [Self-Sanitizing Titanium Cutlery Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-cutlery-set.md) - [Ultra-Durable Reusable Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiultra-k-sporkit.md) - [Reusable Folding Storage Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calzone-tableware.md) - [Durable Sustainable Cutlery Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lollo.md) - [Interchangeable Component Cutlery Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opinel-picnic-cutlery-kit.md) - [Compostable Cutlery Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cutlery-dispenser.md)