Are you still using disposable plastic cups? Why not use biodegradable cups that are eco-friendly for our earth and health? This article will guide you to know more information about disposable cups and biodegradable cups. Are disposable cups biodegradable? No, most disposable cups are not biodegradable. Most disposable cups are lined with polyethylene (a type of plastic), so they will not biodegrade. Can disposable cups be recycled? Unfortunately, due to the polyethylene coating in disposable cups, they are unrecyclable. As well, the disposable cups get contaminated with whatever liquid was in them. Most recycling facilities just aren’t equipped to sort and separate disposable cups. Despite consumer demand for plastic-free cups, plastic lining has been used by the food and beverage industry for many years. The polyethylene lining on a standard paper coffee cup retains heat, provides a barrier to liquids and maintains the cup’s structural integrity. However,
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