Compostable Tableware
Everything on this page is made from plant material with no plastic lining: bagasse plates and bowls moulded from sugarcane fibre, and birch wooden cutlery. It is the plastic-free option for a full table, from plate to fork.
- 25plant-based products
- 1.6plowest price a piece, inc VAT
- Freenext working day UK mainland delivery
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How to choose compostable tableware
Match the plate, bowl and cutlery. Three decisions.
Bagasse or wood?
- Moulded from sugarcane pulp
- Hot, oily and wet food
- Microwave and freezer safe
- No plastic lining
- 16cm forks, knives and spoons
- Hot and cold food
- Food waste or compost after use
- Singles or mixed sets
Together they make a full plant-based setting with no plastic.
White or natural brown?
What "compostable" means here
Our bagasse plates and bowls are plant fibre with no plastic lining, and our cutlery is untreated birch. Each product page gives its own disposal guidance. Composting depends on your local collection, so check with your council or waste contractor before putting used items in a food-waste bin.
- Bagasse: moulded sugarcane pulp
- Birch: untreated wood, no coating
- Industrial composting where accepted; home composting is slower
The range at a glance
The main sizes of plate, bowl and cutlery with the lowest price per piece, inc VAT.
| Product | Size | Material | Colour | Best for | From | Pack sizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Inch White Bagasse Plates | 7" (18cm) | Bagasse | White or brown | Sides and desserts | 5.8p | 50 · 100 · 150 · 200 · 500 |
| 9 Inch White Bagasse Plates | 9" (23cm) | Bagasse | White or brown | Standard main | 8.0p | 50 · 100 · 150 · 200 · 500 |
| 10 Inch White Bagasse Plates | 10" (25cm) | Bagasse | White or brown | Main with sides | 9.4p | 50 · 100 · 150 · 200 · 500 |
| 12 Inch White Bagasse Plates | 12" (30.5cm) | Bagasse | White | Buffets and sharing | 15.6p | 50 · 100 · 150 · 200 · 500 |
| 10 Inch Square Bagasse Plates | 10" square | Bagasse | White | Plated dinners | 12.6p | 50 · 100 · 150 · 200 · 500 |
| 10 Inch 3-Compartment Bagasse Plates | 10", 3 sections | Bagasse | White | Curry and rice | 9.8p | 50 · 100 · 150 · 200 · 500 |
| 240ml White Bagasse Bowls (8oz) | 240ml | Bagasse | White or brown | Sides and dips | 6.0p | 50 · 100 · 150 · 200 · 500 |
| 350ml White Bagasse Bowls (12oz) | 350ml | Bagasse | White or brown | Soup | 6.6p | 50 · 100 · 150 · 200 · 500 |
| 950ml White Bagasse Bowls (32oz) | 950ml | Bagasse | White or brown | Big salads | 11.2p | 50 · 100 · 150 · 200 · 500 |
| Wooden Forks 16cm | 16cm | Birch | Natural | Fork-only meals | 1.6p | 100 · 500 · 1,000 |
| Wooden Cutlery Set – 300 Pieces (100 Forks, Knives & Spoons) | 16cm, 300 pieces | Birch | Natural | 100 full settings | 2.7p | 300 |
Who buys our compostable tableware
Eco-minded cafés, festival traders, caterers and event planners order from this range.
Need plant-based tableware by the pallet?
Festivals and venues with plastic-free policies can order plates, bowls and cutlery together on one pallet of 50 or more boxes at trade prices. Wholesale starts at 50 full boxes, mixed across the range, with free pallet delivery in 2–3 working days.
Compostable Tableware questions
Still unsure? Call 01234 867 727 or email info@askpackagingltd.com. We reply the same working day.
Is compostable tableware microwave safe?
Our bagasse plates and bowls are microwave and freezer safe. Wooden cutlery should not go in the microwave.
Can I put compostable tableware in my food waste bin?
Usually not without checking first. Many household and business food-waste collections do not accept compostable packaging. Ask your council or waste contractor; event organisers often agree a separate collection in advance.
Is compostable tableware more expensive?
Bagasse plates start at 5.8p each and birch cutlery at 1.6p a piece. For hot food, one rigid plate can replace double-stacked paper plates.
Is this biodegradable tableware?
Every item here is plant material with no plastic lining: sugarcane fibre plates and bowls, and birch cutlery, so it breaks down where organic waste is processed. Certification details for each item are on its product page.
What is the difference between compostable and biodegradable?
Compostable means the item breaks down into compost under set conditions and time limits. Biodegradable has no fixed time or conditions. We describe our products as compostable only where that applies.
Buying compostable tableware: a short guide
Getting compostable waste right at events
Compostable tableware only composts if it reaches a composting facility. At festivals and weddings, put clearly marked bins next to the serving area and agree a food-waste collection that accepts bagasse in advance.
Why plant-based tableware
If you are replacing plastic with eco friendly disposable tableware, start with what it is made of. Bagasse is the fibre left over after sugar is extracted from sugarcane, and our cutlery is solid birch. Neither contains plastic, which matters for venues and councils with plastic-free policies.