They are priced per case, with the per piece cost shown for comparison. Example: our 10 inch 3 compartment plates are $0.10 each, sold as a case of 500 for $49.99. That makes it easier to calculate your per serving cost accurately.

Biodegradable means a material can break down over time, but it does not specify how quickly or under what conditions. Compostable means the product is designed to break down into non toxic organic matter within a defined time and under specific conditions.

Yes. Our bagasse products are BPA free and made without added harmful chemicals, giving you a safe food contact surface.

In stock orders placed by 2 PM ET on a business day, ground shipments typically go out the same day. LTL orders, including oversized and palletized shipments, typically take 24–48 business hours for carrier pickup. Orders placed after 2 PM ET, on weekends, or holidays are processed the next business day.

Sugarcane bagasse, the fibrous material left over after sugarcane is pressed for juice. It's an agricultural byproduct that would otherwise go to waste, so it doesn't use any extra land or crops. It's naturally sturdy, heat tolerant, and breaks down far faster than plastic or foam.

Yes. Businesses, organizations, resellers, and individual customers purchasing in volume may qualify for special bulk pricing. Frequent or high-volume buyers can also apply to become a 5 Seconds Trade Partner for additional pricing benefits. Contact sales@5secondsbrand.com with the products and quantities you need, and our team will provide a customized quote.

Yes. We offer delivery on orders of $1,000 or more within 50 miles of our Stone Mountain, GA warehouse.

Yes. As a Bulk Buyer Trade Partner, our eco-friendly food packaging supports institutional purchasing for schools, hospitals, and government contracts, no resale certificate required. If your organization holds a tax exemption certificate, our team will request it after review to set up tax exempt purchasing. Email sales@5secondsbrand.com with your entity details.

It depends on the facility. Most commercial composting facilities accept bagasse products, while home composting can take longer because home compost piles usually do not reach the same temperatures. Check with your local or commercial composting facility before telling customers that a product is accepted for curbside composting.

Yes. A growing number of cities and states restrict polystyrene foam and single use plastic foodservice ware, and our compostable food packaging is a compliant alternative in most of these jurisdictions. Check your specific local ordinance, and we can provide product documentation for your compliance file.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep cases sealed until use. Bagasse absorbs ambient humidity over time, so a dry stockroom keeps it rigid.

Plan roughly 1.25 plates per guest for buffet service, since guests routinely take a second plate. For plated service, one per guest plus 10 percent extra. For cups, plan 2 to 3 per guest for a multi hour event.

Photograph the case and the pallet before unloading, and note the damage on the delivery receipt. Email sales@5secondsbrand.com within 24 hours and we'll arrange a replacement.

We ship across 48 U.S. states.