EccoCane turns the fibrous residue left after sugar extraction into compostable food-service packaging, including trays and containers made from sugarcane bagasse. Founded by food-service professionals with more than 20 years of industry experience, the company focuses on replacing conventional paper, plastic and foam disposables with renewable-resource alternatives for wholesalers and their customers. Its products are designed for hot or cold food and are microwave- and refrigerator-safe.
Lei TrayLei Tray makes fiber-based food packaging trays designed to reduce the plastic used in prepared-meal containers. Its compostable tray uses sugarcane fibers and a removable high-barrier liner, while its recyclable version is made to replace traditional polypropylene trays on existing sealing equipment. Based in Chalfont, Pennsylvania, lei® says using 1,000 of its trays can keep approximately 60 pounds of plastic out of landfills and oceans.CHALFONT, PA
Bamboo YoshiBamboo Yoshi is a U.S.-based sustainable packaging company developing biodegradable and compostable alternatives to plastic, including food-service packaging made from renewable and regenerative materials. With more than seven years on the market, it pairs an online product range with research into circular packaging and materials that can be reused, recycled, or returned to the environment with less waste.BROOKLYN, NY
Emerald EcovationsEmerald Ecovations grew from paper-industry executive Ralph Bianculli’s 1997 effort to challenge the use of trees and petroleum in everyday disposables. The company now makes renewable-fiber packaging and foodservice products for organizations seeking alternatives to conventional single-use materials, while also helping customers understand their environmental impact.HUNTINGTON, NY
Ciao! PackagingCiao! Packaging is a foodservice packaging company known for building its business around more sustainable disposable options. It serves hospitality and foodservice operators with packaging for settings such as hotel breakfast service and takeout.ALLENTOWN, PA