Theptex
Theptex
🏭 Thailand
What we like about Theptex: Their bio-based foam is made from a very high percentage (96%) of real latex, sourced from rubber trees that are tapped, not cut.
Plastic-free Latex Trays
Made from a minimum of 96% from rubber tree sap (Often referred to as “natural latex").
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Soft and dense, this manufacturer specializes in mattresses, and their foam trays take on the same soft density that you might expect from something like a memory foam mattress.
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Made from 96% latex, this foam is a bio-based, comparable alternative to fossil-fuel based foams like EVA. In fact, there are petroleum foams that are made to mimic the texture and density of “natural” latex. Since “natural” latex is bio-based, it’s a renewable material.
While it’s unclear exactly what the 4% of additives are, Theptex explains that things like soaps and foaming agents are required additions to latex in order to make foam.
Certified organic to meet Thailand’s IFOAM standards.
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Because it’s bio-based, latex will likely biodegrade and could be compostable, but we didn’t find any compostability certifications on Theptex’s website.
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Because consumers are used to plastic-based, latex-like foams, it’s important to let them know that this foam is made from actual latex.
Talk to Theptex about compostability certifications. If their foam is uncertified, it may biodegrade (break down) but not compost (positively contribute to soil as it biodegrades).
Latex can not be recycled, so if it’s not compostable, the next best disposal option is to throw it in with regular trash.
You could consider creating a takeback program. If you can work with an industrial composter that accepts latex, you can bulk compost your packaging on behalf of customers.
Trays & Inserts
Poly Bags & Films
Paper Mailers
Cushioning
Jars & Bottles
Corrugated
Folding Cartons
Food Service
Inks & Coatings
Raw Materials
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Specialty Papers
