Have the best of both worlds with our cost-effective range of biodegradable takeaway containers
We know you want to do your bit for the planet by choosing sustainable alternatives to disposable single use plastic takeaway packaging. Unfortunately, finding viable alternatives isn’t easy as many of the products available are historically expensive and difficult to find. At Single Use Alternatives we believe it should be possible to have the best of both worlds, and offer a range of biodegradable takeaway containers which are cost-effective and convenient to buy.
Who we are
Single Use Alternatives was founded by Adrian and Neil; two brothers who are passionate about enjoying the outdoors and caring for the environment. Concerned about the impact single use plastics are having upon the environment, we decided to offer a range of cost effective high quality, alternative products.
To find out more about our products simply browse through our website. If you have any questions we’d love to hear from you: please complete the enquiry form on our contact page.
Biodegradable products for business or home use
We supply a wide range of compostable or biodegradable takeaway containers to wholesale and retail customers. Our eco friendly food packaging range includes takeaway packaging for hot foods and drinks, through to salad bowls, ice cream, cold cups and paper bags. Every product we sell is completely free from plastic and available to buy for convenient delivery direct to your business or home.
Ideal for packaging a wide range of food including pizzas, curries, soups, salads and sandwiches, the items we supply are just as practical and sustainable as their plastic counterparts. The big difference is that they’re also better for the planet.
Shopping with Single Use Alternatives
Our website is fully secure, mobile and user-friendly. Because we supply to both wholesale and retail customers, we don’t set a minimum order value so you’ll be able to order in quantities which are viable for you; whether you need items in their 100s or 1000s. We also offer a range of cost-effective, convenient delivery options, including next day delivery if required. It’s our aim to make shopping with us as simple as possible and although we know we’re not going to change the world overnight, choosing our sustainable products will make a big difference to future generations.
We understand that many catering businesses face the challenge of finding products which are cost effective but also safe for the planet. It is our aim to keep our prices as low as possible and you’ll find our products can be comparable in cost to the cheap plastic items you’ve used before. Our products are entirely free from plastic and because we don’t set a minimum order value, you’ll have the option to order in quantities which are right for you: whether that’s in the 100s or 1000s.
We also know that convenience and practicality are important and our secure website has been designed with these issues in mind. Our website is user-friendly, mobile-friendly and accepts a range of payment methods. In addition, we offer a selection of convenient UK delivery options including next day delivery if you need it.
Helping you to ‘reduce, refuse, reuse, repurpose and recycle’
We all know we have to change our ways but it’s not always easy, especially when sustainable products cost more and can be harder to find. At Single Use Alternatives it is our mission to make the five ‘R’s’ of recycling as simple as possible by providing a wide range of affordable takeaway packaging products which are designed to be easily recycled.
Our products are either biodegradable or compostable and although some of them might look like plastic, they must be recycled in one of the following ways:
- Compostable items can be disposed of with other food waste, ready for collection by your local council. Alternatively, they can also be disposed of in your compost bin at home (note, this will take up to 12 months in a well managed compost heap).
- Biodegradable items are accepted by some local councils who have special industrial composting facilities. However, this isn’t available in all areas at the moment so please check the situation where you live first.
Get in touch with Single Use Alternatives
Offering a wide range of biodegradable takeaway food containers, our online shop has everything from fast food cartons and ice cream pots, through to salad bowls and disposable cups. Ideal for use by catering businesses, coffee shops, takeaways, street food stalls and more, you’ll find our products are sustainable and affordable.
To find out more, get in touch with us: contact@singleusealternatives.co.uk