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We seek out the best plant-based materials in terms of functionality, resource-efficiency and environmental impact. Reflecting this, we offer a range of proven recycled, recyclable and compostable materials.

We also work hard to ensure that our products and services meet stringent environmental and social standards. Part of this process involves designing for the most responsible use of resources possible and auditing our suppliers.

If we, as a society, want to preserve and protect the planet, we need a world where end-of-life means new life. For that to happen, people need to be able to make more informed choices. That is why we have created an innovative CO₂ calculator tool, that makes it easier for people to choose optimal solutions based on end-of-life options in their region. Read more below.

Mindful materials

We only use responsibly sourced, high-quality materials. These work to ensure a smooth, reliable experience for workers and customers while minimising environmental impact.

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Compostable sugarcane fibre is a great example of upcycling. It is made with surplus natural material from sugar production: sugar cane stems.

Readily biodegrades under controlled composting conditions
Once composted it turns to soil in just a few weeks
Suitable for industrial composting
May be sorted with food waste depending on local regulations
Available certification: EN13432

After use: you can sort with waste for industrial composting or cardboard for recycling. Local waste regulations need to be followed. Check with your local waste handlers.

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Most of our Cardboard/Paper products are made from FSC™-certified fibre. They are often accepted for either composting, or recycling as paper pulp if not contaminated by food.

Local waste regulations need to be followed. Check with your local waste handlers.

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A renewable resource. We use FSC™-certified Birchwood and Bamboo for our products. These materials are a natural choice for products such as cutlery, where strength and durability is important.

Did you know, Bamboo absorbs 5 times the amount of CO2 and produces 35% more oxygen than other plants in the same space!

Local waste regulations need to be followed. Check with your local waste handlers.

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RPET is made from recycled plastic bottles – which otherwise could end up in landfill sites or burnt as fuel.

Typically, RPET has a 50% lower carbon footprint than virgin plastic
BioPak RPET products contain up to 100% recycled PET
The RPET we use is regularly tested to ensure it meets food safety rules
Supply chain is fully documented
After use, RPET products can be recycled as standard plastic

Local waste regulations need to be followed. Check with your local waste handlers.

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Compostable plant-based bioplastic, PLA and CPLA are made from otherwise surplus renewable material: fermentable corn starch.

Bioplastics like PLA and CPLA offer society a way to reduce dependence on fossil fuels
CPLA is chemically identical to PLA. The difference is that it is crystalized, which makes it stronger and able to withstand higher temperatures
Reflecting this, CPLA can withstand temperatures up to +70oC and PLA up to +50oC
After use, PLA and CPLA products can be sorted with food waste for industrial composting, depending on local regulations, or recycled as bioplastic

Local waste regulations need to be followed. Check with your local waste handlers.

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Grass paper is recyclable and extremely resource-efficient. Grass is naturally abundant, available globally and harvested locally, and does not compete with resources used for animal feed.

Recyclable, compostable, approved for skin tolerance
Energy efficient to produce: it only requires 2 litres of water to produce one ton of grass fibre raw material
Production of grass paper does not require chemical treatment
After use, grass paper can be sorted with paper for recycling

Local waste regulations need to be followed. Check with your local waste handlers.

For several years, we have focused on phasing out and reducing fossil-based vigin plastic in our products: from boxes & bowls, to cups and eating utensils. We welcome the EU Commission’s directive to combat the environmental impact of single-use plastic products and are committed to taking the lead in closing the loop for our industry.

Get more in our sustainability report

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Duni Group’s 2030 strategy, Our Decade of Action, accelerates efforts within sustainability and is built to provide strict guidance for everyone working within the Duni Group. Based on thorough analysis, we have identified three sustainability initiatives that form the backbone of our strategy:

To prove our commitment, we disclose our improvements and the results of each initiative in our annual Sustainability Reports. Want the latest details on our progress?

Read the 2022 Annual & Sustainability Report

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We work closely with our suppliers to ensure they meet the highest standards. As part of this process, we audit them regularly to ensure they uphold sustainable values, follow our stringent Supplier Code of Conduct and comply with all the relevant EU regulations.

Our code of conduct for business partners

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If you want to uphold sustainable values, and be assured the products you use are safe and reliable, you need to be confident that your products come from a trusted partner. Duni Group carries the following certifications:

ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 management systems for environment and quality at Duni Group sites
BRC Global Standard for Hygiene
Environmental labels such as FSC™, Nordic Ecolabel and OK Compost and Seedling. More information on these labels below.

Environmental labels

At Duni Group, as part of our Blue Mission, we work hard to minimise the environmental impact of our business. It’s important to us that our products are made and used with respect for nature. Where possible, we aim to carry third-party labels.

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OK COMPOST INDUSTRIAL / SEEDLING

The OK Compost INDUSTRIAL label and the Seedling label indicate that the product is suitable for industrial composting and meets the stringent requirements of the European standard EN 13432

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OK COMPOST HOME / DIN-GEPRÜFT HOME COMPOSTABLE

The OK Compost HOME label and the DIN-Geprüft Home Compostable label indicate that the product can be composted at home, for instance by putting it on the compost heap in your garden.

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THE FOREST STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL™ (FSC)

Duni is an FSC™ certificate holder, FSC-C014985, meaning the great majority of our tissue-based products come from wood fibres sourced from responsibly managed FSC certified forests.

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NORDIC SWAN ECOLABEL

The Nordic Swan Ecolabel works to reduce the environ-mental impact from production and consumption of goods, with strict requirements in all relevant phases of a product’s life cycle.

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We’d love to hear from you. Our team is standing by to offer advice on all our products and where to find them. And if you’d like a sales presentation we’re happy to organise that too.
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