The promotional merchandise industry has seen a huge increase in the amount of ‘eco’ products that are now available.

As there has been such a change over the last few years, we can appreciate that it can be a little overwhelming. But fear not… that’s what we are here for!

Below, we have devised an ‘Eco Material Bible’ to help you understand a little more about the materials that promotional products can be made from. 

Bamboo – One of the fastest growing plants on Earth, naturally pest resistant absorbing twice as much carbon dioxide than trees 

Cotton – A natural fibre that grows on the seed of the cotton plant. Cotton is sustainable, renewable and biodegradable

Wheat Straw – A bi product from reclaimed agricultural waste after the wheat has been harvested. It is durable and 100% biodegradable

Juco – Is a fine blend of both jute and cotton. By taking the benefits of both jute and cotton, juco puts forward the best of the qualities of both

Cork – Natural, renewable, recyclable and biodegradable, cork is one of the best alternatives to leather and plastics

Corn Starch – A renewable material which does not emit greenhouse gases. Cornstarch plastic products look and feel just like regular plastic but they are 100% biodegradable and compostable

Bioplastics – Plastics derived from renewable feedstocks such as starch. They have a lower carbon footprint and do not waste crude oil in the manufacturing process. Some can be composted while others must be recycled

Sugar Cane – A natural and renewable material that actively captures CO2 from the atmosphere whilst releasing oxygen at the same time. It’s very versatile and has a high durability which is evident as it’s being used more and more an an eco packaging alternative

PLA – This stands for Polyactic acid which is a vegetable based plastic materials which commonly uses starch as a raw material. It’s a natural degradable polymer designed to substitute other plastics

Rice Husk – Is a product of the rice milling industry which is available in rice producing countries. It contains no chemicals and is compostable

Jute – A natural vegetable fibre that needs very little irrigation to harvest. Jute fibre is entirely biodegradable and compostable. It also does not use pesticides or fertilisers in the growing process

Wood – A renewable, recyclable and natural material making it carbon positive. It’s extremely durable and versatile

With such a wide range of materials available, we’re confident that you’ll find the perfect product for your brand whilst keeping the environment in mind!
 

For quotations or any further information, please contact the sales team on 01621 783550 or info@impamark.co.uk.

Let’s make your brand more sustainable!