Astrik: The Biodegradable Plastic for Sustainable Living

If you’re in the habit of living sustainably, then allow us to introduce you to your new favorite kitchen biodegradable plastic: Astrik.

As you may know, plastic pollution is on a terrifying climb, affecting our land and oceans globally. At the heart of Bamboozle lies a commitment to crafting quality eco-friendly products you can use to do your part in stopping the spread of pollution from plastics.

Because after all, the most sustainable item is the one you use daily in the room you use daily. 

With bowls so easy to clean and prep sets designed to enhance every meal from cooking to serving, here’s how you can gather, share, delight and inspire others around your table while reducing your environmental footprint. 

What Is Astrik?

Astrik, a composite of PLA (Polylactic Acid), is a biodegradable thermoplastic derived from renewable resources such as corn starch or sugarcane.

It is a fantastic substitute to traditional oil based plastics that are both nonrenewable and introduce more carbon to the environment. When properly disposed of in industrial composting facilities, PLA can break down into water, carbon dioxide, and organic matter. 

Even when disposed of in a regular waste stream, Astrik can break down much faster than traditional plastics.

How Bamboozle’s Astrik Kitchenware Is Made

Astrik is constructed with a plant fiber that is most sustainably available where the material is produced. 

Being extremely renewable, plentiful, and with low impact bamboo is our best choice when manufacturing in Asia. Instead of grinding down virgin bamboo we use discarded ends from furniture factories that would be usually incinerated.

Bamboo fiber is a natural cellulose-based material derived from the pulp of bamboo plants and is known for its eco-friendly properties and versatility, making it a popular choice in sustainable manufacturing. 

We use the process of injection molding to create our Astrik products. Injection molding is a widely used manufacturing process in which the plant-based plastic material is injected into a mold cavity under high pressure. 

To make it even more environmentally friendly, Astrik is extremely energy efficient and safe for factory workers to be around, unlike traditional plastics that increase the risk of chemical burns and fume inhalation. 

Once the plastic cools and solidifies within the mold, it takes on the shape of the mold cavity, resulting in the formation of a plastic part or product. This process is highly versatile and efficient, allowing for the production of complex shapes and intricate details with consistent quality and precision. 

When combined and colored, Astrik can be injection molded into dishwasher and microwave safe tools to be used every day for many years. It may not be able to completely solve pollution from plastics, but with every improvement we take one step closer to a perfect circular economy.

Bamboozle’s Astrik kitchenware line is:

• 100% plant-based plastic
• Dishwasher safe
• Microwavable safe
• Durable for daily use
• Free from chemicals and additives

Ways to Use Astrik In Your Kitchen

There are several ways to bring sustainable living into your kitchen through the use of plastic alternatives, like Astrik.

This plant-based plastic comes in several forms, such as mixing bowls, measuring cups, and our award-winning countertop compost bins. All of our eco-friendly products are designed to elevate your kitchen’s aesthetics while practicing a greener way of living. 

Designed to withstand the rigors of daily kitchen use, Astrik products are dishwasher and microwave safe, ensuring convenience without environmental compromise. 

What truly sets this plastic alternative apart, however, is its remarkable ability to biodegrade within a landfill environment in just two years, offering a viable solution to the growing issue of plastic pollution. 

And on top of being biodegradable, our Astrik line is durable for daily use and is safe to go in the dishwasher and microwave, making it an all-in-one solution that other alternatives can’t match. 

But not only is our Astrik kitchenware line durable and perfect for meal prepping, cooking or baking, it’s also something that will beautify the heartbeat of your home.

Our Astrik kitchenware comes in gorgeous bold colors and sleek, modern designs that add a pop of originality into your kitchen while enhancing your decor.

Whether you’re completing a highly curated kitchen design or adding color to an existing space while living sustainably, add Astrik to your kitchen lineup.

Learn More about Astrik HERE