Product Overview
Compostable Plastic-Free Coffee Stirrers are bio-based utensils made from natural fibers for stirring hot beverages, designed for compostable disposal after use.
Technical Specifications
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Category |
Parameter |
Specification |
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Material |
Raw Material |
Bamboo/wood pulp/sugarcane fiber or CPLA (FSC traceable supply chain) |
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Moisture Content |
6–10% (ISO 287 / GB/T 462) |
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Additives |
Fluorescent whitening agent: Not detected (FDA / GB 31604.47) |
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Heavy Metals |
Pb/Cd/Hg/Cr < 100 mg/kg (EN 13432 compliant) |
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Performance |
Temperature Resistance |
-20°C to 100°C (stable in hot beverages ≤30 min) |
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Mechanical Strength |
≥15 N flexural strength |
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Physical State |
Surface Finish |
Smooth, burr-free, odorless (ISO 13302) |
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Dimensions & Packaging |
Dimensions |
140/178/190 mm × 5.0–6.5 mm × 1.2–1.8 mm (±0.5 mm) |
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Packaging |
Food-grade kraft paper individual wrap / bulk pack (GB 4806.8) |
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Compliance |
Industrial Compostability |
≥90% biodegradation within 180 days (tested under EN 13432 / ASTM D6400 / ISO 14855 methods) |
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Home Compostability |
≥90% biodegradation within 12 months (TÜV OK Compost HOME / AS 5810) |
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Food Contact |
FDA 21 CFR 176.170 / EU 10/2011 compliant |
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Plastic-Free Certification |
Plastic-free status verified (Flustix / DIN CERTCO testing) |
Compliance & Certifications
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System & Criteria |
Manufacturing Compliance Specifications |
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✓ISO 9001:2015 System |
Factory maintains dimensional tolerance consistency via documented quality control procedures |
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✓ISO 22000 / HACCP Framework |
Production environment controls biological, chemical, and physical hazards during raw material processing |
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✓Sedex SMETA Code |
Facility complies with ethical labor, workplace safety, and environmental responsibility requirements |
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✓BPI Technical Criteria |
Material formulations meet municipal organic waste processing requirements for North American markets |
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✓LFGB Material Safety |
Product finishes comply with extraction limits, ensuring no taste or odor transfer in hot beverages. |
Factory Capabilities & Quality Control
Fiber Extrusion Control: Thermal profiles are controlled to reduce degradation during continuous extrusion of natural fiber compounds.
Organic Defect Sorting: Optical sensors reject natural fiber knots and dark spots prior to processing.
Stiffness Profile Monitoring: Laser arrays monitor cross-sectional thickness to prevent snapping during hot liquid agitation.
Sourcing Chain Traceability: Lot-linked tracking maps finished batches directly back to verified sustainable forestry sources.
Microbial Growth Prevention: Desiccant-assisted drying chambers regulate fiber moisture to reduce mold risk during storage.
OEM/ODM & Custom Packaging
Embossed Branding
Custom tooling allows logo embossing on fiber surface.
Custom Length Calibration
Tooling adjustments accommodate specific length requests matching varying beverage cup depth profiles.
Bio-Ink Printing
Paper wraps allow printing with water-based inks for custom graphics.
Dispenser Box Design
Outer corrugated packaging can be engineered with integrated tear-strip openings for barista counters.
Alternative Fiber Blending
Custom compounding allows adjustments to bamboo, wood, or bagasse ratios per client requirements.
Pack Count Optimization
Automated counting machinery configures specific inner-pack volumes from single-wrap to bulk setups.
FAQ
Q: Can these stirrers be used in highly acidic beverages like citrus infusions?
A: Yes, the fiber structure maintains stability in mildly acidic beverages under normal use conditions.
Q: Will the stirrers warp if sea freight containers experience high tropical humidity?
A: Inner liners help reduce moisture absorption during long-distance transit.
Q: Can the manufacturing line produce custom geometric shapes for the stirrer head?
A: CNC-machined mold modifications allow the production of customized paddle or hook profiles per client specifications.
Q: What is the maximum stacking limit for pallets in the warehouse?
A: Reinforced cartons are designed for stacking up to three pallets under static storage conditions.
Q: How are raw fiber batches verified clean before entering the machinery?
A: Electromagnetic grates and metal detectors scan loose materials to isolate metallic or mineral particulate contaminants.
