PAPLUS Plastic-Free Tumbler Black

Plastic-Free Tumbler Black

Lot.No. CMN2310300700PTBL

Size: Diameter 77mm x Height 135mm
*Height of the tumbler alone without the lid is 120mm
Capacity: 380ml
*Equivalent to a regular cafe's tall size
Weight: 210g
*Weight of the tumbler alone without the lid is 173g
Materials: Tumbler/Lid - PLA (Polylactic Acid), paper, clay
Gasket - Silicone rubber
Surface finish: Urethane coating
Heat resistance: Approx. 120℃
Country of origin: Japan

The surface of the PAPLUS® plastic-free tumbler with lid has been given a matte black finish.
Since it comes with a lid, please use it as your "my tumbler" for the office or for takeout.
This product is recommended for those who "want to use their own cup but avoid plastic products!" and "want to use environmentally friendly products but design is also important..."

The main ingredients of PAPLUS® products are PLA (polylactic acid), which is derived from lactic acid obtained by fermenting corn starch, and paper. By making products from earth-friendly materials, they have a unique natural texture similar to ceramics and wood products, and we value individuality such as color and shade so that you can use them with affection.
Also, please enjoy the process of color unevenness and fading that occurs with use, which will become a unique characteristic of the user and allow the product to grow into a cherished item.

■Commitment to Design
The Plastic-Free Tumbler Black is designed simply to bring out the unique texture of the material. A special mold was created to make the side silhouette of the tumbler straight, and after molding, the surface of the tumbler is polished (blasted) to a matte finish.

■Commitment to Black Color
Black is a good match for PAPLUS®, which has a minimal design policy. We are particular about the details of the expression, adopting a matte finish, and to avoid erasing all of PAPLUS®'s original texture, the inside is left as is, and only the outside is urethane coated, resulting in a two-tone color.

■About Urethane Coating
The coating adopted this time is urethane coating, which is applied by dissolving black pigment in urethane resin. It is an artificial paint considered harmless to the human body and complies with the Food Sanitation Act. In addition, PAPLUS, which has a high proportion of naturally derived ingredients, is a little delicate to water like wood products, but urethane coating increases water resistance and has the effect of suppressing the speed of aging.
In fact, the main ingredient of PAPLUS®, corn-derived biodegradable resin (polylactic acid), has the property of repelling paint. This problem was solved by the undercoating technology of a cooperating factory that has the know-how of Japanese craftsmanship, such as lacquerware.
*Collected color variations can have the painted part removed with tools such as grinders, and since the inside is not painted, only pure PAPLUS® material can be efficiently returned to the re-manufacturing process.

■Commitment to Packaging
The packaging uses "chipboard," which is 100% recycled paper made from old newspapers and magazines, matching the natural texture of PAPLUS® products.

■Warm drinks are also OK
While many products with a high purity of plant-derived ingredients do not have heat resistance, the Plastic-Free Tumbler Black has a heat resistance temperature of 120℃, so you can safely use it for warm drinks.

■Materials that harmonize with the Earth
Approximately 86% of the plastic-free tumbler is made of plant-derived ingredients such as corn-derived resin and paper. To its main components, viscous minerals (approx. 7%) and petroleum-derived additives (approx. 7%) are added to ensure heat resistance. *1 Also, most of the material is decomposed into water and carbon dioxide by the action of microorganisms. *2
*1 Please rest assured that the minimum amount of additives used complies with the Food Sanitation Act stipulated by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.
Many eco-friendly products do not mention additives.
Please be aware.
*2 The time and degree of decomposition vary greatly depending on the environment, so 100% is not guaranteed.

■Recycle instead of dispose
PAPLUS® products, if discarded as trash, will be incinerated. Although they are almost entirely made of plant-derived ingredients and are carbon neutral (effectively do not increase CO2), please cooperate in collecting them as resources and remanufacturing them instead of incinerating them as trash. Shall we create a new cycle together?
Note: Recycling is only available for domestic projects in Japan.

Click here for PAPLUS® recycling page:
https://paplus.jp/recycle/

■Process from production to collection and remanufacturing disclosed
The Plastic-Free Tumbler Black comes with a "traceability card." The card has a lot number and a QR code, from which you can check the manufacturing date, type, and quantity of collected and remanufactured products on the website.

Click here for the PAPLUS® Plastic-Free Tumbler Black traceability page:
https://paplus.jp/traceability/cmn2310300700ptbl/

【Precautions for Use】
・Do not leave drinks in the tumbler for a long time.
・Use neutral or mildly acidic detergent for washing.
・Dry thoroughly after washing.
・Do not place near fire.
・Do not use in a microwave oven.
・Dishwashers can be used, but if possible, avoid strong alkaline detergents.
・Due to the natural materials, there are individual differences in color and pattern.
・Color unevenness and fading will occur with use, but there is no problem with functionality.

*Please also refer to the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) page on the PAPLUS® website.
https://paplus.jp/faq