Lid-Free Biodegradable Cups

Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) is complex

After four years of dedicated research and development, brothers Brandon and Jordan Leeds have innovated an eco-friendly coffee cup, addressing the urgent need to reduce single-use plastic waste in oceans and landfills. Their creation, the SOFi Hot Cup, stands out as a 100% plastic-free and biodegradable product, decomposing within 180 days.

What sets the SOFi Hot Cup apart is its unique design featuring three flaps that fold to form a spill-proof spout, eliminating the need for a separate plastic lid. This not only offers cost savings for businesses in terms of money, storage space, and freight, but also significantly reduces plastic waste. The cup's patent-pending locking mechanism offers unparalleled spill protection, while a proprietary water-based coating prevents the unpleasant experience of soggy sips.

“There are no cups currently on the market that are 100% biodegradable and eliminate the need for a lid,” stated Brandon Leeds, co-founder of SOFi Products. This innovation comes as a response to the challenge most paper cups face – they often use a plastic laminate for sealing, making them difficult to recycle or compost, and typically require plastic lids.