An eco-friendly plate refers to a plate made from environmentally friendly materials, which have minimal impact on the environment and human health during production and use. Common materials for eco-friendly plates include paper plates, plant fiber plates, starch-based plates, and biodegradable plastic plates. Below are the characteristics and classifications of these materials.

Paper Plates: These are among the most common types of eco-friendly tableware, with the main advantages being that they are biodegradable and recyclable.

Paper plates are made from pulp, which comes from renewable resources such as wood or waste paper, making them less impactful on the environment. Moreover, the production process for paper tableware is relatively simple, and it produces less pollution compared to plastic.

However, paper plates have relatively low heat resistance and load-bearing capacity, so they are primarily used in the food service industry and households and are not suitable for high-temperature foods or heavy items.

2.Plant Fiber Plates: Plant fiber plates are made from plant fibers such as bamboo, corn stalks, wheat straw, and sugarcane bagasse.

Eco-friendly: The raw materials used for plant fiber plates are sustainable and can be recycled without causing environmental pollution.

Biodegradable: Unlike traditional plastic plates, plant fiber plates decompose naturally in the environment, posing no harm to the surroundings.

Safe: The raw materials of plant fiber plates do not contain harmful substances and are safe for use. Additionally, plant fiber materials are chemically stable and do not negatively affect food. Plant fiber plates have a different appearance and texture compared to traditional ceramic and plastic tableware, making them increasingly popular with consumers.

Starch-based Plates: Starch-based plates are made from starch as the primary material. Common starch-based materials include polylactic acid (PLA) and polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA).

These materials have the advantages of being biodegradable and recyclable, with minimal environmental impact.