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World Centric KL-CS-95N 9" x 5" x 3" Clear Hinged Clamshell
World Centric KL-CS-95N 9" x 5" x 3" Clear Hinged Clamshell
The World Centric KL-CS-95N Clear Hinged Clamshell is a sustainable upgrade from traditional plastic takeout packaging. Made from PLA, a plant-based material derived from renewable resources, this container is fully compostable in commercial facilities. Its crystal-clear finish makes food look appealing, while the hinged lid offers a secure closure for grab-and-go convenience. Perfect for salads, sandwiches, fruit, and cold deli items, it’s a reliable option for restaurants, cafes, concession stands, and food trucks looking to cut down on plastic waste.
- Eco-friendly material: Made from PLA, a renewable plant-based polymer
- Clear & durable design: Showcases food beautifully while holding up during transport
- Hinged lid closure: Keeps food secure for takeout, delivery, and display
- Cold food ready: Ideal for salads, sandwiches, desserts, and deli favorites
- Freezer safe: Strong enough for chilled storage without cracking
- Compostable alternative: Certified compostable in commercial facilities*
- Convenient packs: Sold as a case of 200 or packs of 50
*Commercial composting may not be available in your area. Check locally for facilities.
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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 TÜV AUSTRIA?
Third-party certifications from organizations like NSF International and TÜV 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.
