Material Spotlight

Sugarcane Bagasse: Waste Fibre, Reborn as Tableware

After sugarcane is pressed for juice, the fibre left behind is usually burned. We upcycle it into rigid, grease-resistant tableware that's microwave-safe and compostable.

Upcycled Cane Fibre
Microwave & Freezer Safe
Grease & Leak Resistant
PFAS-Free
Compostable
Manufacturer Direct

How It's Made

From cane fibre to finished container

A clean pulp-moulding process using water, heat and pressure.
1

Collected

Bagasse fibre is collected after sugarcane juice extraction.
2

Pulped

Mixed with water into a clean fibre slurry.
3

Refined

Screened and refined to a consistent pulp; food-grade additives for grease/water resistance.
4

Moulded

Formed in heated moulds under high pressure.
5

Hot-pressed

Cured with heat (~200–220°C moulds) to set shape and strength.
6

Trimmed

Edges de-burred and trimmed smooth.
7

Sterilised & inspected

UV-treated and quality-checked for strength and finish.
8

Packed

Packed to export-grade standards.

Lab-Verified & Food-Safe

Tested, not just claimed

Food-safety claims are to be backed by authorized laboratory test reports.
Bacteria-tested

Bacteria-tested

Tested for Salmonella and other bacteria, with food safety confirmed.
No harmful compounds

No harmful compounds

No migratable arsenic or carcinogenic compounds.
Residue-free

Residue-free

Free from pesticide residue.
Within heavy-metal limits

Within heavy-metal limits

Tested against heavy-metal limits, none present.

Results to be verified by authorized lab test reports. Available to wholesale & export buyers on request. contact our B2B team.

Certifications & standards

FDA 21 CFR

US food-contact safety.

BPI Compostable

ASTM D6400 — third- party verified commerc -ial compostability.

EU Regulation 1935/ 2004

European food-contact safety.

USDA BioPreferred

Biobased product content verified.

FSC

Responsibly sourced wood and paper.

END OF LIFE

How it breaks down

Bagasse returns to soil. No landfill, no microplastics.

~30–90 days

Home Compost

Breaks down in a home compost setup, typically within 1–3 months.

Faster

Industrial Compost

Breaks down quickly in a commercial composting facility.

Composting times are indicative and vary with conditions.

Why It Works

Built for real foodservice

<p>Rigid & sturdy</p>

Rigid & sturdy

Holds heavy, saucy meals without bending.
<p>Microwave & freezer safe</p>

Microwave & freezer safe

Goes from freezer to microwave.
<p>Grease & leak resistant</p>

Grease & leak resistant

Stands up to oily and wet food.
<p>PFAS-free</p>

PFAS-free

No forever-chemicals or plastic lining.
<p>Compostable</p>

Compostable

Home & industrially compostable by item.
<p>Upcycled</p>

Upcycled

Made from a by-product, not virgin material.

Choose with Confidence

What bagasse is best for

Best for

Takeout

Restaurants

Cafés

Catering

Home dining

Not recommended for
  • Prolonged liquid storage for many hours
  • Deep-frying or oil submersion
  • Open-flame or broiler use
In Real Life

Beautiful in use

Pick the Right Material

Bagasse vs Areca vs Paper vs PLA

A quick guide to choosing what fits your use-case.

Bagasse Palm Leaf Recycled Paper PLA
Source Sugarcane fibre Naturally shed palm sheath Recycled / bamboo fibre Plant sugars (corn)
Look Matte natural white Premium natural grain Kraft / white Crystal clear
Best for Everyday foodservice & takeout Premium dining & events Napkins, liners, packaging Cold cups & straws
Microwave / oven Yes Yes Varies No (cold use)
Grease / liquid Excellent Good Varies Good
Home compost ~30–90 days ~60–90 days ~30–60 days Industrial only

SHOP THE MATERIAL

Bagasse products

Rigid, grease-resistant compostable tableware, priced per case.

Round 6″–10″
3 & 5-compartment
Bowls 8–32 oz
Clamshells
Trays
Portion cups

For Distributors & Buyers

Need the full technical specs?

Dimensions, weights, case packs, temperature range, grease and leak performance, certifications and lab reports. Everything importers, distributors and hospitality buyers need.

Need the full technical specs?

Bagasse FAQs

  • Is bagasse microwave and freezer safe?
  • Does it leak with oily or saucy food?
  • Is it home compostable?
  • Is it PFAS-free?
  • Can it hold hot food?

Go Deeper

Learn more

From the Blog

Why Sugarcane Becomes a Better Bowl

The science behind bagasse and why it beats foam.

Read the article →

Sustainability

Our Materials & Compost Lifecycle

How bagasse and our other materials break down.

Explore sustainability →

FAQ

All Common Questions

Shipping, samples, wholesale and more.

Visit the FAQ →

See it. Feel it. Then stock it.

Order a $10 sample kit to test bagasse in your hands, or get wholesale pricing for your business.