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The Ukrainian company from Kyiv offers a variety of 100% biodegradable and marine safe paper straws. The paper straws offered are a great alternative to plastic straws and come in different diameters and lengths. The quality of the paper straws are produced at high standards and are more durable in liquid. The company's range of paper straws covers all beverage applications with many color options.

The full cycle of own production has advantages for the production of paper straws in short terms:
- diameter of straws: 6mm, 8mm, 10mm;
- length: 120mm, 200mm, 250mm;
- color: brown kraft, white, multicolour;
- individual packaging with the possibility of applying the logo;
- HACCP certificate.

The company also offers custom paper straw production, with unique patterns, logos, or messages printed directly on the paper straws or its wrapping paper. Paper straws are an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic materials. The SME uses cellulose paper and water-dispersed glue Henkel. They are safe for humans and for the environment.

Due to the changing attitude of customers towards the environment, the company anticipates on a rapid increase in sales of the paper straws. In order expand their commercial activities, the company is currently looking for distribution partners in Europe. A distribution services agreement is envisioned. The company will support the partner with all necessary information in order to establish the commercial activities.

Advantages & innovations

- the possibility of placing an individual picture on a straw; - the straws are biodegradable, environmentally friendly; - they are dense and do not soak in drinks for up to five hours; - minimum prices thanks to own production; - HACCP certificate; - Furthermore, disposable plastic will be banned from July 3rd 2021. Germany's decision is in line with European Union regulations to combat plastic pollution. In the course of 2021, the use of disposable plastic will be banned in the EU.

Stage of development

Already on the market

Partner sought

The company is looking for business partners who have trading experience of selling similar assortment, have trust-based relationships with distributors of FMCG or food & beverages, disposable tableware and eco tableware (whose clients are HoReCa, hospitality or foodservices companies, retail) and will be able to provide a new market opportunities for the company. The company is willing to cooperate with any size of enterprises (wholesalers, small or big distributors, agents, retailers, e-shops) in any region of the world and have an intention to extend its current product portfolio.