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SOFi Straws vs. Greenprint Natural Agave Straws

Greenprint Natural Agave Straws are marketed as eco-friendly, but they are made with recycled plastic, combined with agave fibers. While recycling plastic helps reduce waste, the presence of plastic means these straws can still leave behind microplastics if not properly disposed of. They may not decompose effectively in natural environments like oceans or home compost bins and can take years to break down.

In contrast, SOFi Straws are made from 100% compostable paper, designed to naturally decompose within 90 days in any environment. With no plastics and no microplastics, SOFi Straws provide a truly sustainable and hassle-free solution for businesses and consumers alike.

Warning: Environmental Impact of Greenprint Agave Straws

Although Greenprint Agave Straws are marketed as eco-friendly, they contain recycled plastic, which cannot fully break down in natural environments like oceans or home compost bins. Even though they are made with agave fibers, the plastic component can contribute to long-term microplastic pollution if not disposed of properly. These straws may take years to decompose, posing an environmental risk if not handled in the right conditions.

Greenprint

Plastic-Free
Decomposes within 180 days in any environment
No special facilities are required
Soil Biodegradable
Marine Biodegradable
PLA-Free
Microplastic-Free
Compostable Certified
PFAS-Free

Contains Plastic
Decomposes within 180 days with special facilities
Special Facilities Required
Not Soil Biodegradable
Not Marine Biodegradable
Contains PLA
Contains Microplastics
Not Compostable Certified
PFAS-Free

Detailed Comparison

SOFi Products Paper Straws

Greenprint Natural Agave Straws

Plastic Free

Contains Plastic

Made from recycled plastic and plant fibers.

Decomposes within 180 days in any environment

Does not decompose within 180 days in any environment

Products containing plastic can take anywhere from 20 to 500 years to decompose, depending on the type of plastic and environmental conditions.

Soil Biodegradable

Not Soil Biodegradable

Products containing plastic are not soil biodegradable because they do not naturally break down into harmless components in soil environments. Instead, they persist for long periods, potentially fragmenting into microplastics.

Marine Biodegradable

Not Marine Biodegradable

Products containing plastic are not marine biodegradable, as they can persist in ocean environments for hundreds of years without breaking down.

Microplastic-Free

Potentially contains Microplastics

Products containing plastic can contain microplastics, which are tiny plastic particles that result from the breakdown of larger plastic items. These microplastics can be released into the environment through various means, including degradation.

Why SOFi Cups

Limitations of Agave Straws

Agave straws may be perceived as less sustainable than intended because they contain recycled plastics, which may compromise their biodegradability. While marketed as eco-friendly, these straws are not fully biodegradable in natural environments and require specific conditions to decompose, and may take longer to fully decompose, similar to conventional plastics. This can give consumers a false sense of sustainability.

Make the Switch to SOFi

Join the thousands of businesses already making the switch to SOFi cups. Reduce waste, save on costs, and help protect the planet with products that break down naturally and leave no trace.