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World Centric RD-CS-16 16 oz PLA Rectangular Deli Container - Bottom Only
World Centric RD-CS-16 16 oz PLA Rectangular Deli Container - Bottom Only
The World Centric RD-CS-16 Deli Container is a compostable, plant-based alternative to traditional plastic packaging. Made from PLA (a clear polymer derived from plants), this container is ideal for showcasing cold foods like salads, fruit, sides, and grab-and-go meals. Its freezer-safe durability makes it a reliable choice for both food prep and display. Pair with the matching RDL-CS-8 Lid to complete a fully compostable package.
- Eco-friendly design: Made from PLA, a renewable plant-based polymer
- Crystal-clear visibility: Lets your fresh food stand out in deli cases or on the go
- Cold food ready: Perfect for fruit, pasta salads, sides, and other chilled foods
- Freezer safe: Sturdy construction holds up in storage and transport
- Planet-conscious packaging: Certified compostable in commercial composting facilities*
- Perfect fit: Designed to pair with the RDL-CS-8 PLA Lid for a secure closure
*Commercial composting may not be available in your area. Check locally for facilities.
Choose compostable deli containers that make your food look great while reducing plastic waste.
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.
