Notpla Food Containers
Because convenience doesn't have to cost the world

We have carefully re-engineered the humble food container to eliminate waste and make the planet a healthier place, all while preserving the convenience we've become use to. Where conventional containers have petrol-based coatings that stick around forever, we've created a 100% natural seaweed coating. Once finished, the whole package can be composted and disappears without a trace—just like a fruit peel.

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From extractive, to regenerative

From the forests below the sea comes our greatest ally in making this innovation: Seaweed grows quickly, and needs no freshwater, land or fertiliser. It captures carbon and makes the surrounding waters less acidic. Seaweed forests are biodiverse, and can even filter out pollution from human activities. The more we grow of it, the better the effect.

And the best part: worms, fungi and microbes love it. Instead of toxic waste, our containers become food for other living organisms.

Designed for impact at scale

While the beginning and end of our material's lifecycle are pristinely natural, it flows through industrial manufacturing and distribution at scale in between. The bigger this process gets, the more waste it takes out of the ecosystem. To date, we have replaced over 3.5 million units of plastic food containers, and every minute this number goes up.

All the features you need,
and a little extra for the Earth

Robust construction for safe transport

Leakproof coating, resistant to water and oil

Disappears naturally: recycle with paper or add to home compost

Your commonly asked questions

Is Notpla packaging compliant with the EU Single Use Plastic Directive?

Yes, Notpla's coating is 100% natural, derived only from seaweed and is non-chemically modified, meaning it sits outside of the EU's Single-use Plastic Directive definition of plastic. Notpla Coating is currently the only coating on the market to have been verified by a government as meeting this criteria.

Can Notpla's packaging be recycled?

Yes, Notpla has been certified as EN13430 compliant and will not contaminate standard paper waste streams.

What happens if Notpla ends up in nature?

Unfortunately, much of the packaging used today will not be recycled or reach composting. If Notpla materials are littered, they will still biodegrade naturally just like a piece of seaweed on the beach and - unlike plastic, bioplastic or PFAS - will not release microplastics or forever chemicals into nature.

Is Notpla's packaging allergenic?

No, Notpla Coating contains no allergens.

Can I have it with my company's branding?

Yes, a bespoke printing service is available with MOQs from just 50k units. With everything being designed here in London, it can take as little as 4-6 weeks from artwork sign-off to production. Email customerservice@notpla.com for more info.

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Meet the ambassadors of a seaweed-powered gastronomy

Notpla take to the BRIT awards

Renowned for creating aspirational culinary moments, Payne & Gunter are the caterer of choice for some of the UK’s most cherished events. Among these is the legendary BRIT Awards where - this year - Notpla joined the band, stepped on stage and showed the world how simple it is to switch to sustainable packaging solutions.

Bringing seaweed coating to the diners of Dorset

We had the pleasure of interviewing Maisy – team leader at the Hive Beach Company – recently to better understand the role that Notpla takeaway boxes are playing in their business.

Sustainability Hits a Six: Notpla at The Kia Oval

Notpla boxes have arrived at The Kia Oval. This pioneering move marks an important juncture between sports and sustainability, bringing Surrey County Cricket Club fans a sustainable experience and the stadium some impressive carbon reduction.

Navigating sustainable waters with Barge East

Working in Hackney Wick has many benefits, and one of the main - at least, our favorite - is being surrounded by like minded businesses. Just across the bridge from us is Barge East.

Standout with Seaweed: Happy Maki's Vegan Wave

Welcome back to the second feature of our series "Standout with Seaweed". Today, we turn our focus to Happy Maki - a culinary gem in the heart of Brighton that is trying to reshape the food industry and set a new standard for vegan sushi brands.

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PFAS-free packaging: the sustainable solution to forever chemicals

PFAS are everywhere - even in your food packaging. They don’t break down, they’re toxic, and they’re costing us our lives. With bans on the horizon in the food packaging industry, it’s time for a better solution. Seaweed has the answer.

The Shadow price of plastic

Plastic is one of the most popular, versatile and abundant materials today. The miracle of plastic is its ability to solve many design problems, from durability to hygiene or flexibility. However, its beneficial properties are also its flaws. As plastic has become the answer to every logistical problem, from construction to packaging, the industry has grown tenfold. Join us as we dive deeper into the shadowy waters, and examine the latest research on the hidden cost of plastic to our society, environment and economy.

The Truth About Dispersion Coating

You may have come across the terms ‘dispersion’, ‘aqueous’ or even ‘water-based’ coating. Are you aware of what these terms actually mean, what the process involves, and how it affects the environment when we dispose of these packaging items?

The Single-Use Plastic Ban explained

The Single-Use Plastic Ban in England, entering into force on the 1st of October 2023, prohibits single-use plastic items that are commonly littered and difficult to recycle.

It’s never just paper: why aqueous linings should raise alarm bells

At Notpla, we believe that businesses and their customers deserve total transparency when it comes to the sustainability claims made around packaging.

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