Evanesce
Evanesce manufactures 100% compostable, plant-based food service packaging, including molded starch trays and biopolymer straws, cups, and cutlery. The Vancouver-based company sells directly to North American foodservice operators and food retailers, operating U.S. manufacturing in South Carolina and Nevada.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2016
- HeadquartersVancouver, Canada
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Evanesce does
Evanesce Inc., founded in 2016 and headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, manufactures 100% compostable, plant-based food service packaging as a sustainable alternative to single-use plastics and expanded polystyrene (EPS/Styrofoam). The company sells directly to North American foodservice operators and food retailers through two product lines: StarFybr™ molded starch products (trays, meal containers, food containers) and Biopolymer serviceware (straws, cutlery, hot and cold beverage cups, lids). Manufacturing is conducted in the United States at facilities in Early Branch, South Carolina and North Las Vegas, Nevada, with distribution centers in California and South Carolina, and sales offices in Vancouver, Portland, Dallas, and Vienna.
The company's core technology rests on two platforms. The patented Evanesce® Molded Starch technology uses upcycled plant by-products (potatoes, rice, peas) to produce packaging that decomposes in 90 days or less and is certified home compostable. The Biopolymer line uses plant-based resins derived from corn, producing commercially compostable (BPI-certified) serviceware free from BPA, PFAS, phthalates, and formaldehyde. Through a strategic partnership with Minima (Taiwan), Evanesce holds exclusive supplier rights to Minima's best-in-class compostable resin in the broader manufacturing market and accesses 30+ international patents. The BioPaxium collaboration (2023) extends the company's R&D into bio-based coatings and high-barrier compostable lamination films. Products meet ASTM D6400 and ASTM D6868 standards and carry TUV, SQF, DIN, okcompost, and BPI certifications.
Evanesce operates a sales-led, B2B go-to-market model. Revenue is generated through unit-based product sales (e.g., $59 USD per case of compostable straws) and quote-based pricing for customized bulk orders with volume discounts and potential multi-year contracts. Distribution occurs via direct sales team outreach and an expanding network of distributors. The company has raised approximately $21.7 million across disclosed funding rounds (2019–2022), with Billy Goat Brands (TSX-listed) exercising incentive warrants in April 2022 as the company prepared for a potential public listing. Customer segments are primarily enterprise foodservice operators and grocery/food retail, though specific customer logos are not publicly disclosed.
Evanesce firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Evanesce
- Legal name
- Evanesce Inc.
- Website
- https://evanesce.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2016
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Evanesce manufactures 100% compostable, plant-based food service packaging, including molded starch trays and biopolymer straws, cups, and cutlery. The Vancouver-based company sells directly to North American foodservice operators and food retailers, operating U.S. manufacturing in South Carolina and Nevada.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Evanesce industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Compostable Food Service Packaging
- NAICS
- Folding Paperboard Box Manufacturing (322212)
- SIC
- Papers & Allied Products (2600), Paperboard Containers & Boxes (2650)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Compostable & Bio-Based Packaging (PLA/PHA, Starch Blends, Cellulose Films) (IMALAMAB)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Paper-Based Foodservice Packaging (Cups, Lids, Trays, Takeout Containers) (IMALACAJ), Bio-based Packaging Materials (molded fiber, bio-barrier coatings, compostables) (IMAMALAI), Bio-Based & Biodegradable Compounds (PLA/PHA/Starch Blends) (IMANABAF)
Keywords
Where Evanesce is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Vancouver
- HQ country
- Canada
- HQ region
- North America
Offices8 records
Markets served
Evanesce business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Compostable Packaging Product Sales: Sale of compostable food service packaging products including molded starch trays, biopolymer straws, cups, lids, cutlery, and other serviceware. Products sold in bulk quantities with pricing dependent on volume. Direct sales through company sales team for customized and bulk orders.
- Product Unit Sales: Unit-based pricing for individual products (e.g., $59.00 USD per case of compostable straws). Available in various sizes, colors, and configurations. Bulk order discounts offered.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Standard product case pricing |
| Other | Multi-year contract | Custom/bulk order pricing |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels5 records
Evanesce product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Evanesce manufactures and sells 100% compostable, plant-based food service packaging products through two lines: (1) StarFybr™ / Evanesce® Molded Starch trays and containers produced using a patented process that upcycles plant by-products (potatoes, rice, peas) into packaging that decomposes in 90 days or less and replaces expanded polystyrene (EPS/Styrofoam); and (2) Biopolymer Serviceware (straws, cutlery, hot/cold cups and lids) made from plant-based resin derived from corn that is BPI-certified commercially compostable. Both lines are free of BPA, PFAS, phthalates, and formaldehyde, and are sold primarily to B2B foodservice and grocery customers via direct sales and distribution partners.
Product overview
Evanesce offers two main product lines: (1) StarFybr™ Molded Starch Products featuring patented technology that uses upcycled plant by-products (potatoes, rice, peas) to create 100% compostable packaging that replaces EPS/Styrofoam, decomposing in 90 days or less with home compostability certification; and (2) Biopolymer Serviceware comprising compostable straws, cutlery, hot/cold beverage cups and lids made from plant-based resin (corn). Both product lines are 100% plant-based and certified commercially compostable (BPI), offering cost-competitive sustainable alternatives to traditional plastics. The products are proudly manufactured in the USA at facilities in South Carolina and Nevada.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- StarFybr™: Molded starch product line featuring 100% compostable trays and packaging made from upcycled plant by-products that decompose in 90 days or less.
Products and services
- StarFybr™ Molded Starch Products A product line of 100% compostable, plant-based packaging made via Evanesce's patented Molded Starch technology from upcycled plant by-products (potatoes, rice, peas). Replaces expanded polystyrene (EPS/Styrofoam) and is certified home compostable, decomposing in 90 days or less. Sold to foodservice operators and food retailers.
- Evanesce® Molded Starch Trays Versatile molded starch trays that are 100% compostable, leak-proof, grease-resistant, with a 2-year shelf life. Designed to look and feel like Styrofoam™ while decomposing in 90 days or less, available in standard food industry sizes with customization options.
- Biopolymer Serviceware A product line of compostable food service packaging made from high-quality plant-based resin derived from corn. Products are BPI certified commercially compostable, free from BPA, phthalates and plasticizers, and look and feel like plastic while being commercially compostable.
- Compostable Straws Biopolymer straws made from renewable corn resources, available in 5mm and 8mm diameters and 7.75 inch lengths. Cold beverage versions withstand up to 122°F/50°C; heat resistant versions up to 176°F/80°C. Certified commercially compostable, free from BPAs and plasticizers. Sold in cases (e.g., $59.00 USD per case).
- Compostable Cutlery Plant-based compostable cutlery with temperature resistance from -35°F/-20°C to 194°F/95°C. Free from BPA, phthalates and plasticizers; strong and lightweight like plastic but commercially compostable.
- Compostable Cold Beverage Cups Biomaterial cold beverage cups available in 16 oz and 20 oz sizes, suitable for cold drinks up to 122°F/50°C. Made with plant resin, certified commercially compostable, free from BPA and plasticizers.
- Compostable Cold Cup Lids
Quantifiable outcome
- Products decompose in 90 days or less (vs. 500+ years for Styrofoam)
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Evanesce
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments2 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Evanesce technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Evanesce partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- BioPaxiumcoreBioPaxium and Evanesce formed a notable collaboration for developing sustainable food packaging solutions. The partnership combines Evanesce's knowledge in renewable materials and cutting-edge technologies with BioPaxium's proficiency in creating starch/fiber-based packaging solutions. The collaboration aims to accelerate research, development, and commercialization of innovative packaging products, incorporating bio-based coatings and high-barrier compostable lamination films.
- MinimacoreMinima is Asia's premiere brand of compostable products and resins with offices worldwide. They produce custom blends of fully compostable resins based on 30+ international patents. In September 2022, Evanesce's Executive Team and Board visited Minima in Taiwan to strengthen the partnership. Evanesce is the exclusive supplier of Minima's best-in-class resin to other manufacturers.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Evanesce competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- World Centric: BPI-certified compostable foodservice ware company (plates, bowls, trays, cutlery) with a similar plant-based value proposition and comparable customer base in restaurants, universities, and corporate cafeterias.
- Vegware: UK-based specialist in compostable foodservice packaging made from plant-based materials (PLA, bagasse, palm leaf). Overlaps directly with Evanesce's foodservice cutlery, cup, and container categories and competes for the same sustainability-driven buyer segment.
- WinCup: U.S. manufacturer of disposable cups and foodservice ware with a growing portfolio of compostable and bio-based offerings (including the 'phade' PLA cup line), competing directly for the same U.S. foodservice and QSR customers Evanesce targets.
- BioPak: Asia-Pacific-headquartered maker of compostable foodservice packaging (cups, lids, straws, containers) made from plant-based materials. Closely comparable product range and sustainability certification positioning to Evanesce's biopolymer line.
- Eco-Products (Novolex): Specialist in compostable foodservice packaging (plates, bowls, cups, cutlery) and a direct BPI-certified competitor to Evanesce across both molded fiber and PLA-based product lines for restaurant and institutional foodservice.
Others
- Minima: Asia's premier brand of compostable products and resins and Evanesce's strategic resin partner. Comparable compostable-resin technology platform and certified biopolymer formulations; though primarily upstream supplier to Evanesce, also competes in finished goods in Asia.
Broad incumbents
- Pactiv Evergreen: Large North American foodservice packaging manufacturer with extensive compostable and recycled-content lines. Competes head-to-head with Evanesce for foodservice operator contracts but at vastly greater scale and broader product portfolio.
- Huhtamaki: Global foodservice packaging leader with a growing portfolio of compostable fiber-based and bioplastic products. Comparable in target segment (foodservice cups, lids, containers) and in pursuit of bio-based substitutes for single-use plastics.
Emerging players
- TIPA: Israel-based developer of fully compostable flexible packaging films for food and fashion applications. Comparable in compostable-polymer R&D platform and certified end-of-life positioning, though focused on flexible films rather than rigid foodservice ware.
- GoodStart Packaging: U.S. distributor of compostable and plant-based foodservice packaging (cups, lids, containers, cutlery). Competes with Evanesce indirectly through resale of comparable plant-based product lines into restaurants and institutions.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Evanesce social profiles
Digital presenceEvanesce compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance6 records
Evanesce financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Evanesce leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles7 records
Evanesce funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds4 records
Investors2 records
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Evanesce M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Evanesce
What does Evanesce do?
Evanesce manufactures and sells 100% compostable, plant-based food service packaging products through two lines: (1) StarFybr™ / Evanesce® Molded Starch trays and containers produced using a patented process that upcycles plant by-products (potatoes, rice, peas) into packaging that decomposes in 90 days or less and replaces expanded polystyrene (EPS/Styrofoam); and (2) Biopolymer Serviceware (straws, cutlery, hot/cold cups and lids) made from plant-based resin derived from corn that is BPI-certified commercially compostable. Both lines are free of BPA, PFAS, phthalates, and formaldehyde, and are sold primarily to B2B foodservice and grocery customers via direct sales and distribution partners.
Is Evanesce a public or private company?
Evanesce is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.
When was Evanesce founded?
Evanesce was founded in 2016. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Evanesce based?
Evanesce is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, in the North America region.
How does Evanesce make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Compostable Packaging Product Sales are the primary driver. The others are product Unit Sales.
Who are Evanesce's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are World Centric, Vegware, WinCup, BioPak and Eco-Products (Novolex). Minima is listed as an others. Broad incumbents are Pactiv Evergreen and Huhtamaki. Emerging players are TIPA and GoodStart Packaging.
Does Evanesce have an API?
No public API is recorded for Evanesce.
What industry is Evanesce in?
Evanesce's product category is Compostable Food Service Packaging. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMALAMAB, Compostable & Bio-Based Packaging (PLA/PHA, Starch Blends, Cellulose Films), with a secondary code of IMALACAJ, Paper-Based Foodservice Packaging (Cups, Lids, Trays, Takeout Containers). Its NAICS code is 322212 and its SIC code is 2600.