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PROTECTIVE BY DESIGN
Invert containers and lids are engineered in ISO-certified facilities and have been tested by independent laboratories for food grade and USP 671 standards. The containers are coated in two different ways to protect against the elements.
FIRST
A non-toxic chemical is introduced to the slurry mix (hot water and paper feedstock) during manufacturing. This additive bonds to the paper fibers giving them resilience to water.
SECOND
A wax-coating is applied to the outside walls of the container giving them an added barrier of protection.
OUR VISION
“Thereʼs a need for packaging that sufficiently protects your product but breaks down in a shorter period of time”
Jared Koett, Invert Founder
While most products have a relatively short shelf-life, the traditional plastic container packaging it comes in lasts up to 450 years. As it breaks down further into microplastics, it's even harder to track.
Invert, to the contrary, is home compostable. Simply remove the label, place in a home compost bin, and within months it returns to the soil.
The paper container and aluminum lid create a container-closure system that withstands light and moisture. When combined with products that are formulated in a way to remain stable, the overall package and contents are protected from the outside world.
THE CONTAINER & LID
Invert containers are made from post-consumer recycled paper. Therefore, no trees are harvested for production; it doesn't compete for agricultural space; and the feedstock is abundant worldwide and price-stable when compared to oil-based plastics.
The lids are made from aluminum, a light but durable material naturally impervious to the elements.
RECYCLING PROCESS
According to the EPA, the most recent estimates peg the US plastic recycling rate at 9%. On the other hand, corrugated boxes (the main feedstock of Invert containers) is recycled at a rate of 96.5%.
Regarding the lid, according to International Aluminum.org, the global recycling efficiency rate of aluminum is 76%.
HOW LONG
UNTIL IT IS GONE
Estimate decomposition rate of marine debris*
450YEARS
PLASTIC BOTTLE
350YEARS
ALUMINIUM CAN
12YEARS
CIGARETTE BUTT
2MONTHS
INVERT CONTAINERS