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World Centric CP-CS-2SF 2 oz Clear PLA Squat Portion Cup
World Centric CP-CS-2SF 2 oz Clear PLA Squat Portion Cup
The World Centric CP-CS-2SF Portion Cup is the sustainable choice for serving sauces, dressings, condiments, or small sides. Made from PLA — a plant-based polymer derived from renewable resources — these clear 2 oz squat cups give you the look and feel of traditional plastic while being compostable. They can also be used as inserts for World Centric 9 oz through 24 oz cold cups, making them a versatile option for restaurants, cafes, and food trucks. Perfect for grab-and-go meals and portion control, all while reducing plastic waste.
- Eco-friendly design: Made from PLA, a renewable plant-based material
- Crystal-clear presentation: Perfect for showcasing sauces, dips, or condiments
- Versatile use: Works alone or as an insert for 9 oz–24 oz cold cups
- Cold food ready: Ideal for sauces, dressings, condiments, or samples
- Freezer safe: Stands up to cold storage without cracking
- Commercially compostable: Certified compostable in commercial facilities*
- Convenient packs: Sold as a case of 2000 or packs of 50
*Commercial composting may not be available in your area. Check locally for facilities.
Switch to compostable portion cups and give your takeout a professional, sustainable upgrade.
FAQs
What are the key environmental benefits of using compostable plastics like PLA offered by World Centric?
Compostable plastics like PLA, used in World Centric products, are made from renewable resources such as corn starch, requiring significantly less energy in production (around 52% less) and producing fewer greenhouse gas emissions (around 80% less) compared to traditional petroleum-based plastics. They are also non-toxic and, when properly composted, divert food waste from landfills, reducing methane emissions.
What is World Centric's commitment to sustainability beyond just offering compostable products?
Beyond their compostable products, World Centric demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability through various initiatives. They prioritize using renewable and responsibly sourced materials like bamboo and FSC-certified paper, annually calculate and offset their carbon emissions through funding environmental projects, utilize solar power at their headquarters, subsidize public transportation for staff, donate 25% of their net profits to social and environmental organizations, and actively work with suppliers to achieve their own environmental goals.
What are the advantages of using bamboo, a key material in some World Centric products, from an environmental perspective?
Bamboo is highlighted as an environmentally beneficial material due to its rapid growth, minimal need for water and fertilizer, and its ability to absorb and store significant amounts of carbon dioxide, particularly in its extensive root system. Sustainable harvesting of bamboo does not harm the plant or the stored carbon underground and reduces the need for deforestation associated with traditional timber. World Centric also sources FSC-certified bamboo to ensure responsible forest management.
Why is it important that World Centric products are certified compostable by organizations like NSF International and TÃœV AUSTRIA?
Third-party certifications from organizations like NSF International and TÃœV AUSTRIA provide critical assurance that World Centric's products meet rigorous, science-based standards for compostability, including biodegradability, disintegration, and eco-toxicity. These certifications ensure transparency, prevent greenwashing, and help consumers and composting facilities confidently identify and process truly compostable materials, reducing contamination in recycling streams and supporting effective waste management.
