The 120% sustainable NaKu PLA bottle
The world's first from Austria - the 120% sustainable NaKu PLA bottle.
The 120% sustainable NaKu PLA bottle – can anything be more than 100% sustainable? The new NaKu bottle made of PLA/bioplastic achieves this feat: 100% plant-based raw materials/PLA plus 20% recycled PLA guarantee natural and completely petroleum- and plastic-free* drinking pleasure.
The raw material
NaKu bio bottles, or PLA bottles, are made from natural plastic, produced from renewable (plant-based) raw materials (PLA – polylactic acid), which are guaranteed free of any plasticizers (phthalates, etc.). They are also 7% lighter than conventional plastic, thus saving CO2 during transport . At the end of their product life cycle, NaKu PLA bottles can be easily recycled or composted** and therefore do not pollute the environment with persistent plastic waste or microplastics.
Vegetable raw materials and recycled vegetable raw materials
By combining plant-based raw materials with resource-saving recycling of bioplastics, NaKu can come a step closer to its vision of a sustainable yet practical plastic bottle. The NaKu PLA bottles are suitable for food as well as for cosmetics or cleaning agents. Despite its lower weight compared to PET bottles, the material of the NaKu PLA bottle is very hard and rigid.
NaKu Managing Director DI Mag. Johann Zimmermann is not satisfied with the milestone of the 120% sustainable NaKu PLA bottle and is already researching further development:
“The 120% sustainable NaKu PLA bottle means a big step towards sustainability and the circular economy. However, NaKu is already working on the continuation of its vision: not only to be able to offer a bottle with 120% sustainability, but 200%: 100% renewable raw materials and 100% recycled renewable raw materials.”
You can find the NaKu PLA bottle range right here.
*Bottle free of conventional plastic/no petroleum-based plastic
**Composting according to DIN 13432
FAQ – Frequently asked questions about the NaKu organic bottle
Why is the NaKu PLA bottle described as “120% sustainable”?
The bottle is described as “120% sustainable” because it is made from 100% plant-based, renewable raw materials and an additional 20% recycled PLA.
What advantages does the NaKu PLA bottle have compared to conventional plastic?
The bottle is free of plasticizers, 7% lighter than conventional plastic (which reduces CO2 emissions during transport), and it can be recycled or composted without leaving behind persistent petroleum-based plastic waste or permanent microplastics.
What is the next development NaKu is working on?
NaKu's managing director, Johann Zimmermann, is already working on a new bottle that is intended to be "200% sustainable." It will be made from 100% renewable raw materials and 100% recycled renewable raw materials.
