Biodegradable Grass Straws: Eco-Friendly Alternative to Plastic Straws

As environmental concerns intensify, the need for sustainable solutions has never been more pressing. Amidst the promising alternatives, biodegradable grass straws have emerged as a frontrunner, offering a viable replacement for conventional plastic straws. Not only are grass straws environmentally friendly, but they also provide a range of benefits to users. In this article, we embark on a journey into the fascinating world of grass straws, exploring their unique qualities and advantages.

What are grass straws?

Straws made from Lepironia Articulata, a plant commonly found in the southwestern provinces of Vietnam such as Long An, Ha Tien, and Dong Thap,... This is a product manufactured from the stems of the stem sedge plants which are naturally hollow and flexible. After being harvested, they undergo preliminary processing, cleaning, drying, and sterilization to become Lepironia straws - Grass straws

The Lepironia Articulata grass field is ready for harvest

There are two most common types of grass straws:

• Fresh grass straw: produced from the stem of fresh Lepironia grass, has the natural green color of fresh grass, flexibility and has a slight fragrance of grass. This type of straw has a short shelf life, only 1-2 days and must be carefully stored in a humid place, helping the straw to be fresh and not damaged.

• Dried grass straws: produced from dried grass stems, which are green, light yellow, more durable and can be used for a longer time. The ideal use time is from 6-12 months.

How are grass straws made?

Grass harvesting process

Grass often grows naturally in wetlands, along rivers, and lakes. The process of harvesting grass includes the following steps:

• Choosing a location: Farmers will choose areas with well-grown grass, ensuring the quality of raw materials, plants with a height of 1-1.5m into 2m, with a diameter of 8-10mm

• Harvesting: The grass is cut by hand, taking care not to damage the roots so that the grass can continue to grow and not affect other plants.

• Transportation: After harvesting, the grass will be transported to the processing factory to produce straws.

The farmer harvests the grass in bunches and transports it to the factory

Grass Straw Manufacturing Process

After the grass is harvested, the process of producing grass straws will take place as follows:

• Washing the grass: The grass will be washed to remove dirt and impurities.

• Cutting and shaping: The grass will be selected with standard pipes and pipe positions to be cut into sections with appropriate length and cleared of embryos, washed off the tube afterwards.

• Sunning Exposure: The tube after being preliminarily processed will be dried in the sun

The fresh grass straws will be dried in the sun

• Drying, UV irradiation: Straw will be selected again to meet the standards for drying and killing bacteria, to remove moisture, helping to increase the durability of straws. Then the grass tube is irradiated with UV light to kill bacteria and resist mold again.

• Packing: Finally, the grass straws will be packed and put on the market.

Dried grass straws are carefully packed into designed boxes

What are the benefits of using grass straws?

Grass straws have many outstanding properties, including:

• Biodegradable: After use, grass straws can completely decompose in the natural environment without harming the ecosystem because straws are made from 100% natural grass

• Safe for health: Free of harmful chemicals such as BPA or phthalates, grass straws are completely 100% safe for users.

• High Durability: Although made from natural materials, grass straws still have good durability, which can be used for a variety of drinks at different temperatures

Why should you use grass straws instead of plastic straws?

Environmentally Friendly

One of the biggest benefits of grass straws is their environmental friendliness. When you use grass straws, you are contributing to reducing plastic waste, protecting ecosystems and wildlife.

• Rapid decomposition: Grass straws are capable of completely decomposing within a few months, while plastic straws can take hundreds of years to decompose.

• Reduce pollution: The use of grass straws helps to minimize environmental pollution, protect water and fresh air.

Using grass straws contributes to protecting and minimizing harmful effects on the environment

Safe for health

Grass straws are completely safe for human health. Unlike plastic straws, grass straws do not contain harmful chemicals such as BPA or phthalates, helping to protect the health of consumers.

• Hypoallergenic: Grass straws are not likely to cause allergies to users

• Food Safety: Grass straws are made from natural ingredients, ensuring food safety.

Cost Savings

Although the cost of grass straws may be slightly higher than plastic straws, if calculated in the long run, the use of grass straws can be cost-effective for businesses.

• Reduced waste disposal costs: Since there is no need to dispose of plastic waste, businesses can save on the costs associated with waste disposal.

• Increase brand value: Using grass straws helps improve brand value, attracting customers who love environmentally friendly products.

Where can you buy grass straws?

Currently, grass straws are increasingly used and there are many reliable places for consumers to trust and choose. Huynh Lam is proud to be a direct manufacturer of grass straws, with more than 5 years of experience operating in the market. With strict control of product quality from production to packaging, source of raw materials, to the region, Huynh Lam provides customers with grass straw products with the best quality and the most reasonable price! Please contact the hotline for the best advice and support from Huynh Lam (+84) 909 034 639 - (+84) 986 993 425