Responsible Products

What Responsible Products does

Responsible Products is a US-based, privately held manufacturer of sustainable foodservice and retail packaging, organized around two commercial divisions: Responsible Foodservice (compostable tableware, containers, drinkware, bags, and recyclable aluminum solutions) and Responsible Retail (consumer-facing compostable products and the ResponsibleBox™ reusable container system). The company operates three manufacturing facilities in Ohio, California, and Texas, and reports a catalog of 500+ products across 15+ categories, with manufacturing expertise spanning paper forming, pulp molding, thermoforming, injection molding, and blown film extrusion. Materials include bamboo and sugarcane fibers (Tree-Less™), plant-based PLA derived from American corn, and Forever-recyclable™ aluminum; molded fiber products are formulated without PFAS and carry BPI compostable certification (#10529252).

The business generates revenue primarily through one-time product sales across foodservice and retail customers, with selective hardware sales of the ResponsibleBox™ reusable line and distributor-based transactions. Pricing is unit-based across 50–1000 count packs for B2B buyers, supplemented by quote-based custom/enterprise contracts and a $24.97 per-set consumer price point for reusable containers. Distribution combines direct B2B phone/email sales, a consumer e-commerce storefront at responsibleproducts.shop, and an actively expanding national distribution partner network with drop-ship support.

Customer segments span foodservice operators (restaurants, cafeterias, takeout, events), retail businesses, educational institutions, and individual consumers. Order fulfillment operates on a 1–2 business day cycle supported by floor-stocked inventory across facilities. No external funding rounds, parent entities, or named customer accounts are disclosed in the available sources, indicating a founder/independently controlled private operating company.

Name

Responsible Products

Legal name

Responsible Products Limited

Website

https://responsibleproducts.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Responsible Products is a US manufacturer of sustainable, compostable foodservice and retail packaging, producing 500+ SKUs across 15+ categories from bamboo, sugarcane, and PLA bioplastic. It sells to foodservice operators, retailers, schools, and consumers via direct B2B, e-commerce, and a national distribution partner network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Compostable Foodservice Packaging

NAICS

Other Paperboard Container Manufacturing (322219)

SIC

Papers & Allied Products (2600), Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware (3420), Paperboard Containers & Boxes (2650)

akta.pro primary industry

Foodservice/To-Go Packaging (Cups, Clamshells, Cutlery) (IMALAHAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Foodservice Disposables (cups, plates, bowls, trays, clamshells) (IMAMAHAI), Napkins, Tableware & Foodservice Disposables (Plates, Cups, Cutlery) (CRADALAD), Reusable & Refill Packaging Systems (Returnable Packaging, Refill-at-Home/In-Store) (IMALAMAE)

Keywords

• Compostable foodservice packaging
• Molded fiber products
• PLA bioplastic containers
• Sustainable food packaging
• Reusable meal containers

Headquarters

HQ city

Cincinnati

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales - Foodservice Packaging: One-time sale of compostable foodservice disposables including plates, bowls, containers, cups, utensils, and bags. Products sold in bulk quantities (e.g., 50-count, 1000-count packs) to commercial buyers.
2. Product Sales - Retail Packaging: Sale of retail packaging solutions including paper bags with various handle styles (twist, flat, die cut, J-cut), retail compostable products, and consumer-facing sustainable packaging.
3. ResponsibleBox™ Reusable Products: Sale of reusable meal container systems for consumers. Each set includes two stackable containers with lids, reusable utensils, and sealing strap. Premium pricing for durable, long-term use products.
4. Distribution Partnership Revenue: Revenue generated through distributor network sales, where distributors purchase products in bulk and resell to end customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Responsible Products is a mission-driven manufacturer of sustainable packaging solutions, producing 500+ compostable, recyclable, and reusable products across 15+ categories. The portfolio spans foodservice disposables (plates, bowls, cups, containers, utensils, bags), retail packaging, and the ResponsibleBox™ reusable meal container system, manufactured using paper forming, pulp molding, thermoforming, injection molding, and blown film extrusion technologies at facilities in California, Texas, and Ohio.

Product overview

Responsible Products is a mission-driven manufacturer of sustainable packaging solutions offering 500+ products across 15+ categories. The product portfolio is organized into two main divisions: Responsible Foodservice (compostable tableware, containers, drinkware, bags, and recyclable aluminum solutions) and Responsible Retail (consumer-facing compostable products and ResponsibleBox™ reusable containers). Key product lines include Tree-Less™ Compostable paper products certified by BPI, molded fiber products made from bamboo and sugarcane, PLA-based clear containers derived from corn, and the ResponsibleBox™ reusable meal container system. The company also offers Forever-recyclable™ aluminum pans and lids. Products are designed for various applications including foodservice, retail, and consumer packaging, with manufacturing expertise in paper forming, pulp molding, thermoforming, injection molding, and blown film extrusion.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ResponsibleBox™: Reusable meal containers featuring microwavable, dishwasher safe, BPA-free properties with 2-year warranty. Includes stackable containers with lids, reusable utensils, and sealing strap. Available in Salad, Modern, and Classic All-In-One styles in multiple colors.

Products and services

• Molded Fiber Plates & Lids Compostable plates and lids made from bamboo and sugarcane fiber for foodservice operators and retailers; available in multiple sizes, shapes, and compartment configurations, microwave and freezer safe, no PFAS.
• Molded Fiber Bowls & Lids Compostable bowls made from bamboo and sugarcane fiber for restaurants, cafeterias, and takeout operations; available in 8-48 oz sizes in round, square, oval, rectangle, and noodle shapes with compatible lids.
• Molded Fiber School Trays Compostable molded fiber trays designed for school food service and educational cafeteria applications; PFAS-free and commercially compostable.
• Molded Fiber Portion Cups & Clear Portion Cups Compostable portion cups available in molded fiber and clear PLA bioplastic formats, suitable for condiments and small food portions in foodservice operations.
• Utensils & Kits Compostable utensils including bioplastic spoons, forks, knives, and combo kits as well as wooden cutlery options for foodservice and takeout applications.
• Paper Food Containers Paper-based food containers lined with plant-based PLA plastic, suitable for hot or cold foods, available in various sizes for takeout and delivery.
• Clear Hinged Containers Compostable clear hinged containers made from PLA bioplastic derived from American corn, suitable for cold foods and freezer storage at restaurants and takeout operations.
• Clear Round Salad Bowls Compostable clear round bowls for salads, made from PLA bioplastic, for foodservice and grab-and-go operations.
• Clear Round Deli Containers Compostable PLA clear round deli containers for cold foods, liquids, and freezer storage in foodservice and retail deli operations.
• Clear Rectangle Deli Containers Compostable clear rectangular deli containers made from PLA bioplastic, designed for cold foods, deli items, and grab-and-go retail.
• Molded Fiber Hinged Containers Compostable hinged containers made from molded bamboo and sugarcane fiber, available in multiple sizes with various compartment configurations for hot and cold foodservice applications.
• Straws Compostable straws including paper straws and bioplastic (PLA) straight and flexible straws for foodservice and retail use.
• Clear Cold Cups Compostable clear cold cups made from PLA bioplastic, suitable for smoothies, iced coffee, tea, and beer in foodservice and retail operations.
• Tree-Less™ Compostable Paper Hot Cups Compostable paper hot cups made without trees using alternative plant fibers, BPI certified as commercially compostable; available in single-wall, rigid-wall insulated, and smooth-wall insulated formats in sizes from 4-20 oz for cafes and foodservice.
• Cup Carriers, Lids, Sleeves & Stirrers Accessories including 2-cup and 4-cup carriers, dome and flat lids, paper cup sleeves, and wooden stirrers designed for use with paper hot cups.
• Kitchen Bin Liners Compostable kitchen bin liners available in 3-64 gallon sizes for foodservice waste management and back-of-house operations.
• Resealable Zip Food Bags Compostable resealable zip-lock food storage bags for retail and consumer use as sustainable alternatives to conventional plastic bags.
• Bioplastic Takeout Shopping Bags Compostable bioplastic shopping and takeout bags for foodservice, retail, and grocery operations.
• Aluminum Steam Pans & Take-Out Pans Aluminum steam table pans and take-out pans marketed as Forever-recyclable™, available in full-size, half-size, and third-size formats for foodservice operations.
• Aluminum Pop Up Foil Sheets Aluminum foil sheets in pop-up dispenser format for foodservice and kitchen prep use.
• Paper Takeout Shopping Bags Recycled paper shopping and takeout bags for foodservice and retail businesses.
• ResponsibleBox™ Reusable Meal Containers Reusable meal container system for individual consumers, featuring Salad, Modern, and Classic All-In-One styles in Natural Green, Arctic Grey, Wild Lavender, and Fresh Turquoise; each set includes two stackable containers with lids, reusable utensils, and sealing strap; microwavable, dishwasher safe, BPA-free, and backed by a 2-year warranty.

Quantifiable outcome

• 500+ sustainable packaging products across 15+ categories
• +3 more outcomes

Segments4 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

One partnership is on record.

• Distribution Partners (General)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorResponsible Products actively seeks distribution partners to build out its national distribution network. Partners range from small businesses to multinational corporate partners. The company manufactures 500+ products across 15+ categories with customization options, offering drop-ship capabilities directly to distributors' customers.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Green Paper Products: Green Paper Products distributes compostable and recycled foodservice disposables including cups, containers, cutlery, and bags. As a smaller competitor with overlapping product lines and a similar foodservice/retail target market, it is directly comparable to Responsible Products.
• Eco-Products (Pactiv Evergreen): Eco-Products is a leading US manufacturer of compostable foodservice disposables, including plates, bowls, cups, and utensils made from renewable resources. It is the most direct competitor to Responsible Products, serving the same foodservice and institutional segments with comparable BPI-certified product lines.
• World Centric: World Centric manufactures compostable foodservice packaging including bowls, plates, cups, utensils, and takeout containers from plant-based materials. They share Responsible Products' BPI-certified, PFAS-free positioning and serve overlapping foodservice and distribution customers.
• BioPak: BioPak produces compostable foodservice packaging including cups, containers, cutlery, and bags made from renewable plant-based materials. It directly overlaps with Responsible Products in product mix and in targeting foodservice operators seeking sustainable alternatives to plastic.
• Karat by Lollicup (Lollicup Fresh): Karat by Lollicup is a foodservice packaging distributor and manufacturer offering compostable cups, containers, utensils, and bags. It shares Responsible Products' foodservice operator target customer, multi-channel distribution model, and breadth of compostable SKUs.
• Vegware: Vegware is a UK-based manufacturer and distributor of compostable foodservice packaging made from plant-based materials such as PLA and bagasse. While primarily serving the UK and Europe, Vegware competes with Responsible Products in product category and sustainability messaging for foodservice operators.

Emerging players

• Sabert Corporation: Sabert manufactures sustainable and compostable foodservice packaging including bowls, plates, and containers. It overlaps with Responsible Products in plant-fiber and PLA-based product categories targeting foodservice and retail segments.

Broad incumbents

• Dart Container Corporation: Dart Container is a major US manufacturer of foodservice disposables including cups, containers, and lids, with growing sustainable product lines. As an entrenched foodservice incumbent with deep distributor relationships, it competes with Responsible Products for the same foodservice accounts.
• Huhtamaki: Huhtamaki is a global foodservice and consumer packaging manufacturer with sustainable product lines including compostable cups and containers. It serves foodservice operators and retailers with a broad portfolio that overlaps Responsible Products' tableware and drinkware categories.
• Pactiv Evergreen: Pactiv Evergreen is one of the largest US foodservice packaging manufacturers with a broad portfolio including conventional and renewable/compostable foodservice ware. As the parent of Eco-Products, it competes with Responsible Products across both commodity and sustainable categories.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/responsiblepro
• Facebookfacebook.com/responsibleproducts
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/responsible-products

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

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