By: Lauren Landry

The increase in demand for boba tea has resulted in more boba tea shops, not just in the country but all around the globe. In fact, according to The Expresswire, from 6,768.3 million USD in 2020, the bubble or boba tea market in 2021 will register a 19.1% CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) in terms of revenue. Then over the next five years, the global boba tea market size will reach a whopping 19,320 million USD.

So what does that mean? More competitors for boba tea shops like yours. 

With that said, you have to rack your brain for creative ways to sell boba tea to push your close competitors off the edge. This is especially true for starting boba tea businesses that need to create a steady customer base.

One of the best ways to grab the attention of your target customers is to go eco-friendly with your packaging. A new study from an environmental technology company, GreenPrint, found that 64 percent of Americans are willing to pay more for sustainable products. Plus, 78 percent of consumers are more likely to buy a product that is clearly labeled as environmentally friendly. That’s a good number to persuade any business to be sustainable!

So to easily grab your customers’ attention in a highly competitive market, consider eco-friendly and recyclable cups from your go-to boba supply store. Here are three eco-friendly cups to consider:

1. 1. Karat Earth PLA Eco-Friendly Cups
2. 2. Karat Recyclable PP Plastic Cold Cups
3. 3. Karat Earth PLA Cups with Eco-Friendly Logo

#1 Karat Earth PLA Eco-Friendly Cups

Karat’s eco-friendly PLA cups are compostable plastic cups made from renewable resources.

Karat Earth's PLA Eco-Friendly Cups are made from renewable materials and specifically designed for cold drinks. These cups are certified by the Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) as biodegradable or compostable in commercial composting facilities. You can also use the matching PLA plastic lids and straws from Karat Earth.

These PLA cups are available in the following sizes: 3oz, 9oz, 10oz, 12oz, 16oz, 20oz, 24oz, and 32oz. And the matching lids are KE-KC626TS and KE-KDL626.

#2 Karat PP Plastic Cold Cups

Karat’s translucent PP disposable cups are 100% recyclable.

Karat’s PP Plastic Cold Cups are made from polypropylene and are 100% recyclable. They are BPA-free, highly durable, and shatterproof despite being lightweight. The cups' translucency can make your drinks look more Instagram-worthy and aesthetic, especially for beverages that have different colorful layers. Although this cup is made for cold drinks, its strong material will not melt or lose integrity when filled with hot liquid. Karat’s PP cups then are the best choice if you need versatile cups.

These PP cups are available in these sizes: 12oz, 16oz, 20oz, 24oz, and 32oz. The matching lids for these cups are C-KCL1045 and C-KDL1045.

#3 Karat Earth PLA Cups with Eco-Friendly Logo

Karat Earth's generic eco-friendly cups are perfect for showing off your love for the environment.

Last but not least is Karat Earth’s generic PLA Cups with the green logo. These cups are perfect for boba tea businesses that want to announce their shift to being a sustainable company. These cups are still printable, and you can still incorporate your logo with the green eco-friendly design. These PLA cups are also biodegradable/compostable-certified in the U.S. and Japan.

Karat Earth's generic eco-friendly cups are available in sizes: 3oz, 9oz, 10oz, 12oz, 16oz, 20oz, 24oz, and 32oz. The matching lids are KE-KC626TS and KE-KDL626.

The Takeaways

Plastic containers and bottles are entering our landfills and oceans every year, and nearly 300 million tons of plastic wastes are produced every year. Sadly, the U.S. is the world's top generator of plastic waste. So instead of using regular plastic cups and contributing more to this problem, consider recyclable plastic cups from Karat and labeling them as so.

Businesses that care for the environment are pretty popular among consumers. So switching to using environmentally friendly products can make a big difference for your boba tea business. Rebrand if you have to, incorporate the eco-friendly symbol into your brand logo, and collaborate with other sustainable brands for more exposure.

You may be spending more on these sustainable products, but the returns are priceless -- happier customers, better brand recall, and a happier Earth. 

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