What Plant2Plast does

Plant2Plast A/S is a Danish privately-held sustainable packaging producer-and-trader founded in 2006 and headquartered in Haarby, Denmark, with a regional office in Singapore. The company supplies B2B wholesale customers — retailers, convenience chains, food-service operators, restaurants, wholesalers, municipalities, and event organizers — with an eco-friendly single-use and reusable packaging portfolio of approximately 480 SKUs across cups, cutlery, plates, bowls, containers, bags, napkins, straws, and accessories. Products are made from FSC-certified paper, bamboo, bagasse (sugarcane fiber), birch, areca palm leaf, and biodegradable plastics (cPLA, PLA, rPET), and are positioned to comply with the EU Single-Use Plastics Directive and Danish Producer Responsibility rules.

The company's underlying technology combines broad sustainable-materials sourcing with proprietary product engineering, notably a 25%-lighter bamboo cutlery line and a 2-piece bamboo spoon designed for automated dairy production lines. Plant2Plast operates in-house 3D design and prototyping capability and has built a reusable packaging system integrating containers, RFID-style scanning, tags, and an IT portal that tracks washing cycles, waste, CO2, and financial impact. Its manufacturing network spans partners in Asia and Europe, with quality control and direct sourcing relationships enabling competitive pricing.

Plant2Plast's commercial model is B2B wholesale, selling standard products through its own webshop (shop.plant2plast.dk) and physical catalog, while offering custom product development, branding, and concept-to-production services via direct sales. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time wholesale unit sales and professional services for custom packaging projects. Notable enterprise engagements include a 100% plastic-free packaging deployment with Q8 Denmark (2021-2022) and an upcoming reusable packaging deployment for the City of Copenhagen's EAT school meal program (autumn 2025). The company is bootstrapped, with no external funding rounds or institutional investors identified.

Name

Plant2Plast

Legal name

Plant2Plast A/S

Website

https://plant2plast.dk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Plant2Plast A/S is a Danish sustainable packaging wholesale producer-trader, founded 2006, selling eco-friendly cups, cutlery, containers, and bags to retailers, food-service operators, municipalities, and event organizers across Europe and Asia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sustainable Food Packaging

SIC

Papers & Allied Products (2600), Paperboard Containers & Boxes (2650), Plastics Products, Nec (3089)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Compostable & Bio-Based Flexible Packaging (PLA, PHA, Cellulose Films) (IMALABAO), Compostable & Biodegradable Disposable Supplies (CRAJAGAK), Bio-based Packaging Materials (molded fiber, bio-barrier coatings, compostables) (IMAMALAI)

Keywords

• Sustainable food packaging
• Eco-friendly disposable products
• Biodegradable food containers
• FSC-certified packaging
• Wholesale packaging supplies

Headquarters

HQ city

Haarby

HQ country

Denmark

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Wholesale Sustainable Packaging Sales: Plant2Plast generates revenue through wholesale B2B sales of sustainable packaging products to retailers, convenience stores, distributors, restaurants, municipalities, and event organizers. Products include paper cups, cutlery, bowls, bags, takeaway containers, and other food service packaging.
2. Custom Product Development: Revenue from custom-designed packaging solutions including branding, design, and tailored product development services. The company collaborates with clients from concept to production for customized packaging needs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Plant2Plast is a B2B wholesale producer-and-trader of sustainable, eco-friendly disposable food packaging. The company sells a catalog of 480+ products including paper cups, cutlery, bowls, takeaway containers, bags, napkins, plates, straws, and serveware made from bamboo, bagasse, FSC-certified paper, birch, areca palm leaf, and biodegradable plastics (cPLA, rPET). In addition to ready-to-go items via its webshop, Plant2Plast offers custom product development, branding, and design services powered by 3D design technology.

Product overview

Plant2Plast is a Danish-based sustainable packaging company established in 2006, operating as a production-and-trading enterprise with a B2B wholesale model. The company offers an extensive portfolio of approximately 480 sustainable packaging products across 20+ categories including Paper Cups, Cup Accessories, Coffee, Salad Bowls, Napkins, Cutlery (including innovative Lightweight Bamboo Cutlery), Serveware, Bags, Open Takeaway Containers, Closed Takeaway Boxes, Soup Cups, Dessert Cups, Plastic Cups, Straws, Sauce Cups, Sheets, Gloves, and Cleaning Products. The product range emphasizes eco-friendly materials such as FSC-certified paper, bamboo, bagasse (sugarcane fiber), palm leaf (areca), birch, and biodegradable plastics (PLA, cPLA, rPET). Supporting the product portfolio, Plant2Plast provides Custom Branding Services for logo printing and color matching, and Product Development Services using 3D technology for custom packaging design. The company also offers a Reusable Packaging System with scanning technology and IT infrastructure for tracking sustainability metrics. Products are available through a Wholesale Webshop platform and Physical Catalog.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Paper Cups Single-wall and double-wall paper cups available in 4 oz to 16 oz sizes and white, brown/kraft colors. Options include FSC-certified, plastic-free recyclable, and compostable variants for retail and food service buyers.
• Cutlery (Disposable) Disposable cutlery including wooden (birch), bamboo, and cPLA (biodegradable plastic) options. Spoons, forks, knives, stirrers, and cutlery sets with various coatings and certifications for food service and takeaway customers.
• Salad Bowls Salad and wok bowls in bamboo paper, kraft cardboard, bagasse, PET, rPET, and PLA materials from 500ml to 1600ml with compatible lids for food service operators.
• Serveware (Plates and Bowls) Serving dishes including paper plates (kraft and white), bagasse plates and bowls, palm leaf (areca) plates and bowls, wooden boats, trays, pizza trays, and nugget cups for catering and event use.
• Bags (Paper) Paper bags including bread bags, hotdog bags, block-bottom bags, shopping bags with handles, and specialized bags with windows or foil lining, in various sizes and FSC-certified options.
• Open Takeaway Containers Open-top food containers including bamboo paper boxes, kraft containers, PP deli bowls, sushi trays, and bagasse containers with compatible lids in various materials for takeaway food service.
• Closed Takeaway Boxes Lidded takeaway boxes including cake boxes, burger boxes, hotdog boxes, sushi boxes, wok boxes, and general-purpose food containers in kraft and white cardboard with various closure types.
• Soup Cups Paper soup cups in 12 oz to 32 oz sizes, available in white and kraft with compostable and recyclable options. Compatible lids in PP, cardboard, and bagasse materials.
• Dessert Cups Ice cream and dessert cups in 4 oz to 12 oz sizes with matching lids, available in kraft, white, and pastel colors with PLA-coating options.
• Plastic Cups Plastic cups in PLA and rPET materials in 280ml to 500ml sizes with compatible dome and flat lids for cold beverages.
• Straws (Paper) Paper straws in 6mm to 10mm diameters and various lengths, available in black, white, kraft, and multi-color options. Many FSC-certified.
• Napkins Paper napkins and wet wipes in 12x12cm to 33x33cm sizes, multiple colors, and ply counts, including FSC-certified and recycled options for food service and retail.
• Sauce Cups Small portion cups for sauces and dressings in 30ml to 100ml sizes, available in paper, PLA, rPET, and PP materials with compatible lids.
• Cup Accessories and Wrapping Sheets Cup lids (PS, rPET, bagasse, fiber), cup holders, cup cuffs, sandwich paper, greaseproof paper, hotdog wrap paper, saran wrap (PE), and aluminum foil in various sizes for food service operators.
• Gloves and Cleaning Products Disposable nitrile gloves in sizes M and L, plus cleaning and hygiene supplies including face masks, sponges, soap dispensers, hand sanitizing gel, surface cleaners, and cleaning chemicals.
• Lightweight Bamboo Cutlery Cost-effective bamboo cutlery with 25% weight reduction compared to standard bamboo cutlery while maintaining durability. Made from 100% natural bamboo (Phyllostachys aurea), biodegradable and compostable, with private labeling available. Includes lightweight fork, spoon, and knife SKUs.
• 2-Piece Bamboo Spoon for Yoghurt Lids Innovative 2-piece bamboo spoon designed for use in yoghurt and dessert lids, created in collaboration with leading Nordic dairies. Made from 100% natural bamboo (Phyllostachys aurea), biodegradable and compostable, SUP-D compliant, with grip-friendly flexibility and stackable design for dairy packaging manufacturers.
• Reusable Packaging System Complete reusable packaging solution including dishwasher-safe containers, scanners, tags, and IT infrastructure. Online portal tracks usage cycles, waste volumes, CO2 emissions, and financial impact. Developed for the City of Copenhagen's EAT school meal program.
• Wholesale Webshop B2B e-commerce platform for ordering sustainable packaging products wholesale, featuring a catalog of 480+ products with filtering by material, sustainability certifications, color, and usage requirements for enterprise buyers.
• Custom Branding Services Custom packaging design and branding services including logo printing on paper cups, carrier bags, and napkins, with color matching and high-quality printing for brand identity reinforcement for B2B customers.
• Product Development Services Custom packaging development from concept to production using in-house 3D design technology, working with a wide range of sustainable materials to create environmentally responsible products meeting quality and budget expectations for B2B customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• 25% weight reduction in lightweight bamboo cutlery compared to standard bamboo cutlery, reducing material costs while maintaining durability
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 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

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• City of CopenhagencoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Development of complete reusable packaging solution for school meal program EAT launching autumn 2025. Includes containers, scanners, tags, and IT infrastructure. Plant2Plast is implementing the full system including setup, installation, and integration with critical data on washing cycles of packaging.
• Q8 Denmark A/ScoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Groundbreaking 100% plastic-free packaging project initiated in 2021. Plant2Plast developed innovative plastic-free alternatives including greaseproof paper for Q8 stores. In spring 2022, Q8 implemented the plastic-free packaging across their stores. The partnership involved close collaboration with Marketsquare and was central to Q8's sustainability initiative.
• MarketsquareminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated with Plant2Plast on the Q8 Denmark plastic-free packaging project, playing a key role in the project's successful implementation.
• WWF DenmarkminorOthersCorporate sponsorship arrangement with WWF Denmark in support of environmental stewardship and sustainability initiatives.
• Manufacturing Partners in Asia and EuropecoreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic partnerships with manufacturers in Asia and Europe in key industrial zones, enabling competitive pricing, exceptional quality, and strong relationships with local manufacturers.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Anchor Packaging: North American specialty foodservice packaging manufacturer with growing sustainable product lines, competing for the same types of retail and QSR customers.
• Natur-Bag: Manufacturer of compostable bags and food service liners used in foodservice and retail; partial overlap with Plant2Plast's bag and wrap categories.
• WinCup: US manufacturer of disposable cups including compostable and bio-based lines; partial overlap with Plant2Plast's cup and lid portfolio for foodservice customers.

Regional players

• Detpak: Australia/New Zealand-focused paper-based foodservice packaging supplier with sustainability-focused lines; comparable in product range but geographically distinct from Plant2Plast's European core.

Broad incumbents

• Pactiv Evergreen: Large North American foodservice packaging manufacturer including EverGreen sustainable lines; competes for QSR and retail foodservice accounts at a much larger scale.
• Huhtamaki: Global foodservice packaging incumbent with significant paper cup, plate, and sustainable foodservice range; competes with Plant2Plast on the same tender lists for large enterprise customers.

Direct peers

• Eco-Products (Novolex): US-based brand of compostable foodservice packaging under Novolex, directly comparable in PLA and fiber-based cups, cutlery, and containers sold through foodservice distribution.
• BioPak: Australia-headquartered compostable packaging company serving cafes, QSR, and events; closest direct competitor in plant-based disposable cups, cutlery, and containers.
• Vegware: UK-based specialist in compostable food packaging and tableware for foodservice and retail, very comparable to Plant2Plast's bagasse, PLA, and paper cup/cutlery portfolio across Europe.
• Sabert: US-headquartered sustainable foodservice packaging maker with compostable and recyclable trays, bowls, and cutlery, comparable in product mix and B2B foodservice focus.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Plant2plast

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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