General questions
Matter products are made using natural, renewable and sustainable resins and fibers that will compost in a matter of months versus alternatives that can take hundreds or even thousands of years to break down.
Matter branded items leave a smaller environmental footprint on the planet, including less production and end-of-life waste. Materials used to create Matter product and the actual lifecycle of the items don't have the potential to negatively affect the health of animals, birds, and aquatic life. Further, Matter items do not leave toxins behind.
Help to reduce waste
- Sustainable plant parts that would normally be discarded or burned are broken down and reconfigured.
- Matter formulations have been designed to minimize waste when being produced into resins and converted into products.
Help to decrease energy use
- Matter products are manufactured using plant instead of mineral oils, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
- Matter products can be manufactured at lower heat temperatures, saving energy.
Help to produce nutrients
- As Matter items turn into compost, valuable soil nutrients are added back into the earth, becoming a soil enhancer and fertilizer. From nature, back into nature.
- During the manufacturing process, any scraps are ground into flake and re-processed.
- Natural additives are introduced during the manufacturing process to provide higher heat resistance.
- Plant characteristics and science breakthroughs result in greater product flexibility.
- Natural additives used in the manufacturing process result in increased strength, and shatter resistance.
It is best to store Matter products in a cool, dry area, out of direct sunlight, with the temperature not exceeding 90°F.
Because Matter products are made from renewable materials, intended to break down over time, it is suggested that storage bags, waste bags, cutlery and straws are used within 6 months of purchase. It is suggested plates, bowls, and containers be used within 12 months.
No, Matter products are manufactured without gluten.
No, Matter products are manufactured without peanuts or tree nuts
No, Matter products are manufactured without soy.
No, Matter products are manufactured without coconut or coconut oil.
Yes, Matter products are manufactured with corn products.
In accordance with compostability certification standards, Matter products do not contain any intentionally added PFAS.
No, Matter products are BPA-free.
Composting/Disposal questions
If certified industrial compostable, items should go to an industrial/municipal* facility. If certified home compostable, the item can be placed in your backyard compost bin.
*Many cities offer curbside
compost/organics pick -up. Check with your city for information regarding
service availability, how to get started, and types of materials accepted.
Facilities may not be available in your area.
If certified for Home composting, your backyard compost pile or bin is a perfect place to put Matter items. Backyard composting allows you to reduce waste going to landfills and for you to have access to the compost produced from Matter items in around 12 months. From nature, back into nature.
All Matter items with the exception of our 12ct Recyclable Cutlery are certified compostable, either Industrial or Home, and often both.
Specific product questions
Snack bags • Sandwich bags • Storage bags
Matter storage bags are made from natural, plant-based materials, and therefore are not completely transparent. However, the surface of the bag can be written on in order to identify the contents of the bag.
Matter storage bags are made to resist tearing through tensile strength standards. They also feature a strong seal to store contents securely and extend the life of your foods. Matter storage bags can be reused if washed in cool water and air dried, but they are meant to be used, and then composted, eventually breaking down over time, and adding valuable nutrients to the soil.
Yes, all Matter bags are refrigerator and freezer safe.
No. Matter grip seal bags are not microwave safe.
According to strict compostability certification standards and laws, specific compostability and company identifiers must be pre-printed on Matter bags.
Waste bags
Matter drawstring kitchen, lawn and leaf, and food scrap bags are durable, strong, easy to use and close. They can be used for organic food waste, household waste, garden and yard waste with confidence.
Because Matter storage bags are made from natural, plant-based materials they are a natural, slightly off-white color.
According to strict compostability certification standards and laws, specific compostability and company identifiers must be pre-printed on Matter bags.
Cutlery
No, Matter cutlery has a softer feel than traditional plastic cutlery and will not break or shatter easily.
Matter cutlery has been designed for convenience and may be used to eat cold or hot foods.
Straws
Matter straws look nearly identical to plastic straws but are softer. Matter straws will not unravel like paper straws do.
Matter straws will breakdown within 12 months, leaving only biomass behind which can be used to enhance soil.
Plates • Bowls • Storage Containers
Because Matter bowls and plates are made using natural, renewable and sustainable fibers, there is a natural color variation in these raw materials. This can include different shades of fibers, including darker, thin fibers sometimes visible on the surface of plates and bowls.
Yes, Matter plates and bowls are microwave safe.
Hello! I'm Mattie, an artificial intelligence assistant that can answer FAQ’s, inquiries related to our products, our certifications, or general information about our company. For specific questions, customer complaints, comments or requests that require a customer service response, please contact us at info@maketitmatter.com