It is the 100% natural alternative to plastic spoons, made from seaweed and plants.
Biodegradable and compostable, it is the ideal solution for those looking for an environmentally friendly product without sacrificing quality and functionality.
It is 100% plastic-free, containing no plastics or bioplastics.
Does it not alter the authentic taste of ice cream.
It all stems from the desire of PoloPlast's research and development team to offer its customers a highly sustainable solution with excellent technical performance.
Why algae in particular?
Seaweed do not need fresh water, soil or fertilisers.
They also grow much faster than trees, with some species growing up to half a metre a day.
The natural cycle
Studying nature and its cycles, it is fascinating to observe how nothing is ever wasted.
After eating an apple, for example, its peel does not turn into environmentally harmful waste, but can become part of a process that regenerates and nourishes our ecosystem.
WHY CHOOSE MAREA?
BIODEGRADABLE AND COMPOSTABLE
The degradation of products occurs naturally and, just like the peel of a fruit, you can throw them away in the organic collection
COMPLIES WITH EU AND UK REGULATIONS
It is 100% natural, which means that there are no regulations on single-use plastics to stand in your way.
ROBUST AND RELIABLE DESIGN
Notpla material is natural, durable and able to guarantee products with unique aesthetics without compromising quality.
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Need more information?
Please consult the FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS section if you have any questions.
What is it made from?+
The spoon is composed of 100% natural ingredients, it is therefore sourced exclusively from renewable sources and decomposes like the peel of a fruit (it can go into food waste, household or industrial compost). It does not release microplastics or anything else.
Why choose cutlery from Notpla material if plastic/ bioplastic cutlery is already banned in
the UK and some European countries?+
We are using the same machinery as was previously used to produce plastic/ bioplastic cutlery, but this material
is not a plastic/ bioplastic as defined by the UK and EU. We can leverage our manufacturing expertise to produce
this cutlery, without the requirement to invest in new machinery, and at the same time providing a truly
sustainable and natural solution.
Why is it a more sustainable option to wood?+
Seaweed grows much faster than trees and requires less resources to grow. Certain species of seaweed can grow up
to half a metre per day.
Why is there sometimes a sweet smell when I open the bag of spoons?+
During the manufacturing process, the natural sugars are heated, which give the spoon a slightly sweet smell. It
dissipates quickly after opening the bag. We are working on minimising the sweet smell further, but this is a
completely natural process.
What are the white marks on the spoon from?+
Seaweed, when processed at high temperatures, loses its water content, leaving behind unique ‘white’ marks on the
spoon. Rest assured, this natural, aesthetic effect doesn’t impact the product’s quality or performance. The
evaporation of moisture from the material is completely normal and gives the spoon its own unique character!
Are there any allergen risks?+
The ingredients of the Notpla material we use contain no traces of crustaceans or other known allergens.
Can I eat the spoon?+
The spoon is not edible. The manufacturing practices we use are based on the spoon being a food contact material
rather
than a food (manufactured under Good Manufacturing Practices as defined in Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 and (EC)
2023/2006).
For that reason, we don’t recommend eating the spoon.
Why does the spoon become more flexible over time?+
Since the spoon is made of all-natural materials, it will absorb moisture from the air over time and begin to
become more flexible.
This process varies depending on conditions (e.g. relative humidity), but it is something we can control through
the design/thickness
of the spoon and the formulation of the material we use. We recommend storing cutlery in airtight packaging
until as close to the point of use as possible
What is the shelf life of the spoon?+
The estimated shelf life of the spoon in airtight bags/ packaging is 6 months. The shelf life may be longer than
12 months, and there is an ongoing shelf-life study underway.
Which types of food applications can we provide the spoon for?+
The spoon is suitable for food contact with cold food. As it is made from a completely natural and unmodified
material, it is more sensitive to temperature and moisture than plastic or paper cutlery.
IS ONLY THE BEGINNING!
We will continue our efforts to further expand the Marea product line. Stay tuned to discover our upcoming solutions!
Relying on PoloPlast is synonymous with Quality, Experience and Innovation:
QUALITY
Quality and a concrete commitment to the environment have always been our fundamental pillars
EXPERIENCE
Buying a PoloPlast product means choosing an item created by industry professionals who have been working for years
INNOVATION
Marea is the result of continuous research into new sustainable solutions.
