Material Composition | Cafés, restaurants, eco-conscious events | - Industry Standard: Basic paper (non-FSC, non-food grade) - Our Base: FSC-certified food-grade paper (▲1) - Our Advanced: FSC + compostable (ASTM D6400, ▲▲) | Ensures safety and sustainability; compostable reduces landfill impact | Higher cost for certifications; compostable requires specific disposal facilities |
Insulation Performance | Hot beverages in offices/outdoor events | - Industry Standard: Single-wall (no insulation) - Our Base: Double-wall (retains heat for 2h) - Our Advanced: Double-wall with flocking (retains heat for 4h, ▲▲) | Extended heat retention improves user experience | Advanced version may be thicker, less portable |
Biodegradability | Zero-waste events, eco-businesses | - Industry Standard: Non-biodegradable plastic (degrades in 450+ years) - Our Base: Biodegradable (compostable in 90 days, ▲▲) - Our Advanced: Industrial compostable (ASTM D6400, ▲▲▲) | Reduces environmental footprint; meets strict composting standards | Advanced requires industrial composting facilities |
Capacity Options | Catering, varied consumer needs | - Industry Standard: Limited to 8oz (single size) - Our Base: 8oz/12oz (flexible sizing, ▲) - Our Advanced: 8oz/12oz/16oz (full range, ▲▲) | Cater to different drink sizes; Advanced offers versatility | Larger sizes may increase storage needs |
Certification Compliance | Regulatory environments (schools/hospitals) | - Industry Standard: Basic food safety (no third-party certs) - Our Base: FSC + FDA compliant (▲) - Our Advanced: FSC + FDA + BPI (▲▲) | Meets stringent safety and sustainability standards | Advanced may have higher production costs |
Customization Options | Branding for events/corporate promotions | - Industry Standard: Basic printing (single color) - Our Base: Flexo printing (full-color logos, ▲) - Our Advanced: Full-color + embossing (▲▲) | Enhances brand visibility; Advanced offers premium finishes | Advanced customization may increase lead times |