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Compostable Bamboo Bandages

PATCH's Natural Bandages Feature Bamboo Fibre and Mineral Adhesive

— March 12, 2019 — Eco
In many areas of their lives, health-conscious consumers are making simple product swaps that are more natural, non-toxic and sustainable—PATCH offers a next-generation solution for wound care in the form of its organic natural bandages, which are hypoallergenic and biodegradable. The natural bandages are made from a combination of bamboo fibre and mineral adhesive, and they are identified as a Class 1 sterile device and have been approved by medical authorities like FDA in the United States.

As well as offering a simple solution for wound care, the natural adhesive bandages help consumers to reduce their footprint. PATCH offers a variety of solutions, including PATCH Natural for every day protection, PATCH Coconut Oil for Kids, soothing PATCH Aloe Vera and detoxifying PATCH Activated Charcoal.

At Natural Products Expo West 2019, PATCH was recognized with the New Hope Network NEXTY Award for Best New Natural Living Product.
Trend Themes
1. Compostable Bandages - The organic and biodegradable nature of PATCH's bamboo bandages reflect a growing trend towards alternative materials for medical supplies.
2. Natural Wound Care - PATCH's hypoallergenic and non-toxic natural bandages appeal to health-conscious consumers looking for more sustainable and safe wound care alternatives.
3. Sustainable Health Products - PATCH's natural bandages exemplify the need for more sustainable and eco-friendly options in the healthcare industry.
Industry Implications
1. Medical Supplies - The use of bamboo-based materials in PATCH's bandages suggests opportunities for green innovation in medical supply production.
2. Natural Living - PATCH's recognition at Natural Products Expo West 2019 highlights a growing industry for natural and organic living products.
3. Environmental Sustainability - The development of compostable and biodegradable bandages emphasizes the need for sustainable options in the healthcare industry and beyond.
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