PLA Straws

 With that in mind, here's why PLA straws are clearly the best alternative. Read on to also explore what exactly PLA is and why you need to switch to these cornstarch straws today.

 Why Ditch Single-Use Plastic?

Did you know that out of all the plastic produced worldwide, single-use plastic contributes to 50% of it? And, the thing about single-use plastic is that they are meant to be used just once. So, once you are done sipping from those plastic straws, they are either tossed away in the landfills, where they end up getting burnt, or disposed of in our oceans. Marine species like sea turtles mistake them for food and get entangled or choked to death due to ingestion of single-use plastics. In fact, we lose over 1,000 sea turtles every year due to plastic waste generation.

The point is that single-use plastic leads to massive waste generation and has a devastating environmental impact. But making a change is never that hard of a deal. By switching to compostable straws, you can cut down your reliance on single-use plastic and still manage to sip the drinks you want without ever compromising on your convenience.

 What is PLA Straw Made Of?

Now that you know why you need to make the switch from plastic straws, here's a bit on our PLA straws.

PLA, or also called polylactic acid, is a starch obtained from plants. While you can find PLA products made out of corn or sugarcane starch, our PLA straws are made from corn starch. These "bio-plastics" might look exactly like plastic, but they are purely plant-based. They are made from just plants and do not rely on any non-renewable resources, like petroleum, for the manufacturing process.

Moreover, all our Eco straws are certified compostable. So, while a regular plastic straw might take decades to break down and leave a long trail of microplastic behind, PLA straws are built differently. They become compost within a few weeks of disposal and can be mixed with the soil. This compost is pretty rich in hummus, and adding it to soil can help increase the soil's water retention level and provide important nutrients.

What Is Compostability?

Compostable products are those derived from natural resources such as plant materials. Soil microbes quickly degrade these materials, helping the soil develop a healthier compost ecosystem. In a nutshell, these items decompose into small bits that produce compost, enriching rather than damaging the land. The compost produced by these materials is known as humus, a black organic matter in soil that is high in nutrients and holds moisture. This hummus is then blended into the soil, adding nutrients that benefit both the soil and the bacteria.

PLA straws are one of the most often used biodegradable goods. Microorganisms, heat, and sunshine in a compost environment (or facility) often degrade these goods. Once converted into humus, this substance reverts to its original components, which are hydrogen and carbon.

Biodegradable vs Compostable: Are They The Same?

 Technically speaking, everything in the environment is biodegradable. Having said that, everything we dispose of ultimately breaks down into tiny particles. The main difference is that plant-based goods, such as PLA straws, disintegrate in a matter of weeks, whereas plastic straws take over 200 years.

 However, unlike PLA compostable straws, disposable straws and other single-use plastic products continue to leave a substantial trail of microplastic, which enters our food chain via soil or animal consumption.

Furthermore, biodegradable plastics and other items leach toxins into marine and soil habitats. They also do not offer nutrients to the soil as they decompose and frequently include harmful chemicals that are released into the environment when exposed to light or heat.

In brief, you may use PLA straws derived from natural materials to reduce your influence on the environment and eliminate plastic straws. EcoSoul relies on natural resources to produce the highest-quality PLA straws.

PLA, also known as polylactic acid, is made from plant starches such as cornstarch. These disposable and biodegradable straws, which contain neither plastic nor paper, are ideal for a sustainable and easy drinking experience.

Reasons To Switch To PLA Straws

 Below are some of the reasons why you need to choose PLA straws over single-use plastic straws.

They are made from plants.

Starting again, our compostable straws are made straight of plants, like corn starch. Being entirely tree- and plastic-free, these straws do not lead to excessive reliance or usage of non-renewable resources during manufacturing and allow you to live a sustainable lifestyle without much compromise.

They are certified for compostability.

 Because we love making sustainability accessible, available and affordable, we have made sure to go to the ends of the world to get our products rightfully certified. Our PLA straws are certified compostable and go back into the soil within a couple of weeks post-disposal.

They are entirely chemical-free.

Unlike normal plastic straws, our compostable straws are devoid of hazardous chemicals. As such, they are safe for your beverages and the environment. They are plant-based and have been approved for all compostability claims.

They support the concept of a circular economy.

The notion of a circular economy stems from methods that prioritize recycling, reusing, reducing, and upcycling materials. The premise is that a circular economy ensures that a product remains in the economy and is reused. In summary, our biodegradable straws are created from renewable materials. After they've served their role, they return to nature. So, unlike plastic straws, which can only be used once, our biodegradable straws are derived from nature and returned to nature.

They do not mess with the taste or odor of the drink.

 Another great feature of these biodegradable straws is their neutral odor and taste. Because these straws are completely chemical-free, they do not emit any chemicals that may affect the flavor or fragrance of the drink. This makes our straw healthier and won't compromise your drinking enjoyment.

They are easy to trash.

We understand that single-use plastic straws are also rather simple to dispose of. However, now that you understand the consequences, we bet you'll feel awful every time you throw away these plastic straws. However, such is not the case with these straws. These plant-based straws are biodegradable by nature. So, all you have to do is dispose of them guilt-free in your compost bin. These straws will organically decompose in the compost bin and may be put into the soil to improve its nutritional content.

They are a great pick for children.

These straws are free of pollutants and chemicals, allowing your children to enjoy their favorite drinks without worrying about their health. They are fully safe to use, easy to dispose of, and a wonderful environmentally friendly option.

They do not get soggy or mushy inside the drink.

We bet no one enjoys the sloppy, soggy sensation of trying to drink their beloved iced Americano with a paper straw. However, these straws are here to help you feel better. Aside from being ecologically beneficial, these straws are an excellent way to avoid soggy paper straws and adopt a method that provides guilt-free sips without sacrificing convenience.

They help you give back to society.

Another fantastic feature of these straws is that they allow you to claim social responsibility. We rely on local communities for everything from source material extraction to final product manufacture. In fact, we have engaged numerous people from rural areas of India to assist us with our purpose. Furthermore, they are given a secure and stable working environment with fair pay. As a result, every purchase made via EcoSoul contributes to the local communities.

There's More To Explore

 Our PLA collection also includes PLA cups, PLA cutlery sets, PLA resealable bags and PLA trash bags, besides PLA straws. Moreover, you can also find an entire collection of tableware, kitchenware, drinkware and personal hygiene on our website.

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