Mushroom Packaging, a division of Ecovative Design, grows custom-molded protective packaging from mycelium and upcycled hemp hurd rather than manufacturing it from plastic foam. Its MycoComposite™ material takes about seven days to grow and is home- and marine-compostable, returning to soil nutrients in as little as 45 days. The company also licenses the technology to regional producers and offers ready-made packaging such as breakaway corners and insulated coolers.
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Biodegradable Product Institute (ASTM D6400, soil toxicology)
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USDA Biobased Preferred (ASTM D6866)
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International Living Future Institute, Declare Red-List Free
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VOC Free (ASTM D1333)
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Aldehyde Free (ASTM D6007)
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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
PulpWorksFounded in 2011 by veteran packaging leader Paul Tasner, PulpWorks designs and produces custom molded-fiber packaging from renewable and upcycled materials as an alternative to single-use plastic. Its patented Karta-Pack began as a compostable replacement for plastic blister packs, and the company now develops production-ready fiber packaging for brands seeking recyclable or compostable protection. PulpWorks has earned more than 20 awards for sustainable packaging and environmental innovation.New York, NY
MyForest FoodsAt its Green Island, New York, vertical farm, MyForest Foods grows organic oyster mushroom mycelium into meatless foods such as MyBacon and MyPulledPork. An Ecovative spinoff launched from experiments begun in 2020, the company uses its parent’s AirMycelium process to create whole-cut proteins with short ingredient lists, and MyBacon has earned multiple 2024 food awards.GREEN ISLAND, NY
EccoCaneEccoCane 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.RIDGEWOOD, NY