# 3D-Printed Stationery Lines Batch.works Produces Biodegradable Stationery for Paperchase By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-01-22 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stationery-line References: [design-milk](https://design-milk.com/batch-works-and-paperchase-launch-the-first-3d-printed-stationery-collection/) & [batch.works](https://batch.works/) London-based startup Batch.works uses new technology to produce a futuristic stationery line that is sustainable and biodegradable. The company creates pen cups, paperclips, ballpoint pens and the like for the 'Conscious Living' collection by international label Paperchase. Actually, the technique that Batch.works used to produce the stationery line is quite interesting and is another example of how contemporary technology can be used to facilitate more [mindful production practices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/by-osmosis). The developers used bioplastic which was derived from sugar cane to reach the desired outcome. The total pieces that were produced as part of Batch.works' [sustainable stationery line](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumon) range to about 30,000. Design Milk specifies that each pen took approximately 20 minutes to make and each paperclip about two minutes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Stationery:** The trend towards sustainable and biodegradable stationery is growing, presenting opportunities for companies to invest in eco-friendly production practices. - **3D Printing:** The use of 3D printing in producing stationery and other consumer goods is a trend that is disrupting traditional manufacturing and allowing for more customizable production methods. - **Bioplastics:** The use of bioplastic derived from renewable resources for consumer goods is a trend that is presenting opportunities for companies to invest in more eco-friendly materials. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Stationery:** The stationery industry can capitalize on the trend towards sustainable and biodegradable products by investing in eco-friendly materials and production methods. - **3D Printing:** The 3D printing industry can take advantage of the trend towards customizable and on-demand production of consumer goods such as stationery. - **Bioplastics:** The bioplastics industry can capitalize on the trend towards eco-friendly materials for consumer goods such as stationery by developing new and innovative bioplastic formulations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Carbon-Neutral Stationery Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fabercastells.md) - [3D-Printed Organization Stationary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-hopkins.md) - [Sustainable Stationery Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/papier.md) - [Plantable Seed-Infused Stationery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jalebi.md) - [Vibrant 3D-Printed Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-design.md) - [3D-Printable Packaging Pastes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reishi-mushroom-printable-material.md) - [Cost-Effective Upcycled Paper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rescript.md) - [Sustainable 3D-Printed Packaging Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adapte-collection.md) - [Craft-Inspired 3D-Printing Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digitally-woven.md)