Bioselect

What Bioselect does

BioSelect is a privately held, Charlotte, North Carolina-based foodservice products distributor (11-50 employees, e-commerce channel bioselect.com, FOB Charlotte NC shipping to the 48 contiguous US states) that specializes in compostable and biodegradable disposable foodservice items. Its catalog spans bags, bowls, clamshells, cups, cutlery, deli containers, plates, sandwich wraps, school trays, and take-out containers, most of which are manufactured from annually renewable plant-based inputs: Ingeo PLA corn resin supplied by NatureWorks LLC, bagasse (sugarcane fiber), bamboo fiber, EarthFirst R-PLA films that incorporate 60% post-industrial recycled material, and kraft board. PLA-based products carry ASTM 6400-99 and ASTM 6868 biodegradability and compostability certifications, are certified commercially compostable by the Biodegradable Products Institute, and are produced without added PFAS to meet state composting regulations; some SKUs (BOPP bags and BOPP sandwich-wrapping sheets) are polypropylene and are explicitly not compostable. Bagasse items are heat tolerant to 302°F and Ingeo-lined items to 220°F.

The go-to-market is wholesale direct-to-consumer e-commerce with three published pricing tiers: individual case (e.g., $41.57 per 1,000-count case of BOPP lip-and-tape bags), master case (e.g., $328.71 per 10,000-count master case), and container/contract pricing on contact for larger buyers. Free shipping applies to all orders, with a 1pm Mon-Thu same-day shipping cutoff and UPS Ground default; larger orders ship via common carrier. A price-match guarantee (10% of the difference) is offered on identical products at advertised competitor pricing. The company also maintains sample kits for prospective buyers and broad sample-kit-driven customer engagement.

BioSelect targets seven vertical segments: schools (its primary school-tray use case serves as a de facto anchor vertical), restaurants/caterers/event planners, hospitals, federal/state/local government agencies, arenas and entertainment venues, corporations, and compost facilities. Distribution and GTM leverage partnerships with NatureWorks LLC (resin supplier), Earth Farms (compost end-of-life partner), The Green Restaurant Association, and Green Seal. The company is an active ASTM- and BPI-certified eco-packaging reseller and explicit supporter of state and local government efforts to replace petroleum-based plastics and styrofoam in foodservice.

Name

Bioselect

Legal name

BioSelect

Website

https://bioselect.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

BioSelect is a Charlotte, NC-based e-commerce wholesale distributor (11-50 employees) of compostable and biodegradable foodservice disposables — bags, bowls, cups, cutlery, plates, trays and take-out containers — made primarily from Ingeo PLA, bagasse, bamboo and kraft board, selling to schools, restaurants, hospitals, government, arenas and compost facilities across the contiguous US via direct website orders.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Compostable Foodservice Disposables

SIC

Plastics Products, Nec (3089), Paperboard Containers & Boxes (2650)

akta.pro primary industry

Compostable & Bio-Based Packaging (PLA/PHA, Starch Blends, Cellulose Films) (IMALAMAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Foodservice Disposables (cups, plates, bowls, trays, clamshells) (IMAMAHAI), Foodservice Packaging & Takeout Containers Wholesale (AFAIALAE), Disposables & Single-Use Foodservice Products Wholesale (AFAIALAC), Biodegradable Packaging Materials (films, trays, foams) (IMAEAOAB), Compostable & Bio-Based Flexible Packaging (PLA, PHA, Cellulose Films) (IMALABAO)

Keywords

• Compostable foodservice products
• Biodegradable disposable tableware
• Plant-based food packaging
• PLA food containers
• Bagasse foodservice supplies

Headquarters

HQ city

Charlotte

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Wholesale Foodservice Product Sales: BioSelect generates revenue through one-time wholesale sales of compostable and biodegradable foodservice products. Pricing is wholesale and FOB Charlotte NC. They offer several pricing structures based on quantity, with container or contract pricing available for larger orders. All pricing is applicable at time of order placement.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

BioSelect is a Charlotte, NC-based foodservice products company that distributes a comprehensive portfolio of biodegradable and compostable disposable foodservice items. Its catalog includes bags, bowls, clamshells, cups, cutlery, deli containers, plates, sandwich wraps, school trays, and take-out containers made primarily from annually renewable plant-based materials such as Ingeo PLA corn resin, sugarcane bagasse, bamboo fiber, and EarthFirst R-PLA films. Products are sold wholesale through the company's own e-commerce website with free shipping and are targeted at foodservice providers including schools, restaurants, hospitals, government agencies, arenas, and compost facilities.

Product overview

BioSelect is an eco-friendly foodservice products company offering a comprehensive portfolio of biodegradable and compostable disposable foodservice items. The product lineup includes Bags (Clear PLA and BOPP options), Bowls (Bagasse, Hot Soup, and Salad Bowls), Clamshells (Bagasse hinged containers), Cups (Cold Cups, Hot Cups, and Parfait Setup), Cutlery (PLA and TPLA options), Deli Containers (Round and Rectangular Hinged), Plates (Bagasse), Sandwich Wraps (PLA and BOPP sheets), School Trays (5-compartment Bagasse), and Take-Out containers (Lunch Boxes and Sandwich Wedges). Products are primarily made from plant-based materials including Ingeo corn resin, sugarcane bagasse, bamboo, and kraft board. Some products (BOPP) are standard plastic and not compostable, while PLA products use EarthFirst R-PLA films made from Ingeo corn resins. All compostable products are certified to ASTM 6400-99 and ASTM 6868 standards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bags Foodservice bag products — Clear Bag-PLA (compostable), Clear Bag-BOPP (polypropylene, not compostable), and gusset bags in multiple sizes — for foodservice operators packaging sandwiches, desserts, cookies, snacks, cutlery, and napkins.
• Bowls Foodservice bowl line — Bagasse Bowls & Lids (sugarcane/bamboo fiber, compostable), Hot Soup Bowls & Lids (paper lined with Ingeo PLA corn resin), and 24oz/48oz black fiber Salad Bowls with lids — for soups, salads, and hot/cold foodservice applications.
• Clamshells Bagasse hinged clamshell containers (6x6, 9x9, and 9x9 3-compartment) made from sugarcane stalks, 100% biodegradable and compostable, for takeout and to-go foodservice.
• Cups Beverage and parfait cup line — PLA Cold Cups & Lids (7oz–24oz), paper Hot Cups & Lids lined with Ingeo corn resin (4oz–24oz), and Parfait Setup with 2oz/4oz insert cups and dome lids — for hot and cold beverage and dessert service.
• Cutlery Compostable plant-based cutlery — Cutlery PLA 110° (heat tolerant to 110°F) and Cutlery TPLA 200° (heat tolerant to 200°F) — for foodservice operators replacing petroleum-based plastic utensils.
• Deli Containers Compostable deli container line — Round PLA 8oz containers with snug-fitting lids and Rectangular Hinged PLA containers (8oz, 12oz, 16oz, 24oz, 32oz, 48oz ribbed) made from Ingeo corn resin, bamboo, or sugarcane fiber — BPI certified as commercially compostable.
• Plates Bagasse plate line — round 6", 7", 9" plates and 7.5"x10" oval platters — made from natural sugarcane and bamboo, 100% biodegradable and compostable, heat tolerant to 302°F.
• Sandwich Wrap Clear sandwich wrap sheets in BOPP (polypropylene, not compostable) and PLA (compostable, made with EarthFirst R-PLA films using Ingeo corn resins) for sandwich packaging.
• School Tray Bagasse 5-compartment school tray made from natural sugarcane and bamboo, 100% biodegradable and compostable, heat tolerant to 302°F, ASTM 6400-99 and ASTM 6868 certified; positioned as the standard for school cafeterias.
• Lunch Box Kraft Lunch Carton (8x8x3") made with kraft board and grease-resistant coating; heat tolerant to 302°F, microwavable, water- and oil-proof, recyclable, and home compostable.
• Sandwich Wedge 4.75"x4.75"x3" sandwich wedge with kraft board and compostable window, heat tolerant to 115°F, water- and oil-resistant, 100% compostable, for sandwich and snack presentation.
• Free Sample Kit Free sample kit program for prospective foodservice buyers that includes PLA bowls, plates, cutlery, cold cups, PLA to-go clam shells, PLA deli containers (rectangle and round), PLA lip-and-tape bags, clear sheets, hot cups, and bagasse bowls, plates, platters, school trays, and to-go clam shells.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products are 100% composted in 8 weeks at a commercial facility
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NatureWorks LLCcoreTechnology or IntegrationNatureWorks LLC manufactures Ingeo resin, which is the primary material used in BioSelect's PLA-based compostable products. Ingeo is an easily renewable and compostable corn resin that forms the basis of many BioSelect products including hot cups, cold cups, deli containers, and bowls.
• Earth FarmsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEarth Farms is a compost facility owned by Jim Lanier. BioSelect works with compost facilities to help reduce landfill waste by ensuring proper end-of-life processing for their compostable products.
• The Green Restaurant AssociationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Green Restaurant Association (www.dinegreen.com) provides certification for restaurants, caterers, and event planners. BioSelect products help establishments achieve this certification.
• Green SealminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGreen Seal (www.greenseal.org) certifies products and possibly companies for environmental standards. BioSelect products can receive Green Seal certification.

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Emerging players

• Repurpose (Repurpose Compostables): Repurpose is a CPG brand offering compostable single-use foodservice products (plates, cutlery, cups) for retail and foodservice. Comparable to BioSelect as a plant-based, certified compostable foodservice brand, though more retail/consumer-facing.

Broad incumbents

• Berry Global (Amcor): Berry Global (now part of Amcor) is a major global packaging manufacturer with broad foodservice and consumer packaging lines, including sustainable/compostable product families. Overlaps with BioSelect in flexible films and rigid containers but serves a far larger and more diversified customer base.
• Pactiv Evergreen: Pactiv Evergreen is one of the largest North American manufacturers of foodservice and food packaging products including cups, containers, and tableware. Competes with BioSelect broadly in foodservice disposables but spans a much wider portfolio including conventional plastic items.
• Genpak: GenPak manufactures foodservice and food packaging including clamshells, deli containers, hinged containers, and tableware. Comparable to BioSelect on deli containers and clamshells; serves foodservice operators across North America with broader scale.
• Dart Container Corporation: Dart Container is a leading North American foodservice packaging manufacturer of cups, containers, lids, and tableware. Competes with BioSelect in foodservice disposables broadly; its Solo brand overlaps in hot/cold cups and the Conex line in takeout containers.

Direct peers

• World Centric: World Centric sells compostable foodservice products (plates, bowls, cups, cutlery, takeout containers) made from PLA, bagasse, and other plant-based materials. Directly comparable to BioSelect as a pure-play compostable foodservice supplier with BPI certification and an e-commerce/wholesale distribution model.
• Sabert Corporation: Sabert manufactures and distributes foodservice packaging including compostable and sustainable product lines (e.g., EarthSense). Overlaps with BioSelect on bowls, deli containers, clamshells, and takeout containers for foodservice operators.
• GreenLine Paper Company: GreenLine Paper distributes eco-friendly foodservice disposables (compostable bags, cups, containers, cutlery) to schools, government, and businesses. Comparable to BioSelect as a similarly-sized distributor of compostable foodservice products targeting institutional customers.
• Eco-Products (Novolex): Eco-Products, now part of Novolex, is the leading North American provider of compostable and foodservice disposables made from PLA, bagasse, and other plant-based materials. Direct competitor to BioSelect across cups, plates, containers, and cutlery, serving the same foodservice and institutional customers.
• Vegware: Vegware is a global specialist in compostable foodservice packaging made from PLA, bagasse, and other plant-based materials. Comparable to BioSelect in product range, sustainability positioning, and BPI/ASTM certifications.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/BioselectInc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/bioselect-inc.

Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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