PLA paperboard cup Nature Cup 230 ml: the sustainable choice for your service
The PLA paperboard cup Nature Cup 230 ml is the eco-friendly single-use solution designed for bars, cafés, restaurants, canteens, catering and events that want to serve hot and cold drinks while reducing environmental impact. Made from virgin paperboard coated with PLA bioplastic, it combines the robustness of paper with liquid-tightness, without resorting to traditional polyethylene plastic coatings. Each carton contains 1000 pieces, organised into 20 packs of 50 cups each, for tidy and practical stock management.
What is a paperboard cup with PLA coating
The cup body is made of paperboard, a rigid and resistant material obtained from cellulose fibres. To make it waterproof to liquids, the inner wall is coated with a thin layer of PLA (polylactic acid), a bioplastic derived from renewable plant-based resources such as corn starch. Unlike the classic PE plastic coating, PLA is of plant origin and compostable in industrial facilities. The result is a robust, hygienic and food-safe cup that does not alter the taste of beverages and keeps its shape even with hot liquids.
Main features
- Material: paperboard with an inner coating of plant-based PLA.
- Capacity: 230 ml (8 oz), ideal format for americano, cappuccino, tea, juices and soft drinks.
- Rim diameter: 80 mm, compatible with common 8 oz lids.
- Robustness: rigid wall that keeps its shape and resists the heat of beverages.
- Food safety: suitable for food contact, without altering taste and smell.
- Sustainability: alternative to traditional plastic coating, compostable in industrial facilities.
- Clean design: neutral and refined aesthetics, suited to any service context.
Technical specifications
- Capacity: 230 ml (8 oz)
- Rim diameter: 80 mm
- Pieces per pack: 50 cups
- Packs per carton: 20
- Total pieces per carton: 1000
- Material: paperboard + PLA coating
- Brand: First
Recommended uses
Thanks to the 230 ml format, the Nature Cup is perfect for serving hot drinks such as coffee, cappuccino, tea and chocolate, but also for cold drinks, juices and water. It is the ideal choice for takeaway coffee, counter service, office coffee breaks, events, fairs, catering and canteens. The standard 80 mm diameter makes it easy to match compatible lids for consumption on the go, reducing the risk of spills.
Sustainability and disposal
The PLA coating represents a step forward compared to paperboard cups laminated with traditional plastic: being a plant-based bioplastic, it is designed to be compostable in industrial composting facilities, where controlled temperature and humidity conditions allow its degradation. For correct disposal, it is recommended to follow the guidelines of your municipality and the local waste collection authority, as the rules for collecting organic and compostable waste can vary regionally in Switzerland. Choosing PLA means offering your customers a more environmentally conscious service.
Logistics and delivery throughout Switzerland
LAPA supplies the PLA paperboard Nature Cup to the entire catering and food service sector in Switzerland, with fast and reliable deliveries to Zurich, Geneva, Lugano and Basel, as well as the other regions of the country. Thanks to the 1000-piece carton, it is easy to plan stock and optimise storage. Our B2B service is designed for bars, restaurants, cafés, catering and businesses that need a constant supply of quality single-use items.
Who it is for
This cup is the ideal solution for baristas, café managers, restaurateurs, event organisers, catering services, company canteens and offices that want to serve hot and cold drinks in a practical, hygienic way and with greater attention to sustainability. Choosing First's Nature Cup means combining functionality, quality and environmental responsibility in a single product.
