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Sofi Products intros plastic-free, biodgradable hot beverage cups

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November 28, 2023

Sofi Products, a Miami-based manufacturer of compostable paper straws and cups, has introduced a 100% plastic-free, biodegradable cup for hot beverages that doesn't require a separate lid, according to a press release.

The Sofi Hot Cup features three flaps that fold together to form a spill-proof spout. This design eliminates the need for a separate plastic lid, saving businesses money, storage space and freight costs. The company's patent-pending locking mechanism also ensures spill protection, while its proprietary water-based coating eliminates soggy sips.

"There are no cups currently on the market that are 100% biodegradable and eliminate the need for a lid," Brandon Leeds, co-founder of Sofi Products, said in the press release.

Despite industry efforts to create paper cups that are either recyclable or biodegradable, most companies use a plastic laminate as a sealant, which makes them difficult to recycle and nearly impossible to compost, according to the press release. The majority of cups also use plastic lids which make it more difficult to recycle.