Zero Waste Kit

Every year, more than 4.9 billion plastic toothbrushes, billions of straws and disposable plastic utensils end up in garbage dumps and various natural environments around the world. All this plastic takes about 500 years to decompose. Even when it does decompose, its chemical composition remains intact and the entire plastic substance remains in the environment for centuries longer. A lot of this plastic is found in the oceans where it is ingested by birds and fish. Approximately 90% of seabirds have ingested plastic. Bamboo is the main element used in the manufacture of the OLA Bamboo toothbrush. This 100% natural and 100% biodegradable material replaces plastic, a substance very commonly used for the manufacture of conventional toothbrushes. OLA Bamboo utensils are made of 100% birch and straws are made of 100% bamboo. Since bamboo is a plant and birch is a tree, they decompose naturally in the environment. In short, when you dispose of your OLA Bamboo toothbrush, utensils or straws, in whatever way you do so, you help eliminate unnecessary plastic in the environment by replacing it with bamboo or wood, which break down naturally.

Bamboo is the main material used in the manufacture of the OLA Bamboo toothbrush. This 100% natural and 100% compostable plant replaces plastic. Because bamboo is a tree, it decomposes naturally in the environment. By purchasing an OLA Bamboo toothbrush, you help eliminate unnecessary plastic in the environment.

There are two categories of compostable products: those that break down in a home compost system and those that decompose in an industrial compost system (e.g. a city compost). Products described as compostable will break down naturally as they are usually made of organic materials (e.g. plants).

The term biodegradable is not always well defined. It refers to any material that will decompose in nature after a certain number of years. However, there is no clear definition of the time frame needed for a product to decompose; moreover, a product can change shape but retain its chemical composition (e.g. biodegradable plastic bags).

Yes, our utensils and straws are 100% biodegradable and compostable. You can dispose of them by placing them directly in the compost or in the brown composting bin provided by the city’s compost management system. Note that the straws are designed to be cleaned and reused several times before composting; the utensils are designed for a single-use.

OLA Bamboo toothbrushes, utensils and straws are designed in Canada, specifically in Victoriaville. The products are made in China. We decided to have our toothbrushes made in China because of the raw material, bamboo, is found in abundance there. Moreover, by offering products that are affordable and accessible to all, we make sure we can reach a majority of citizens, which really makes a difference for the planet. We ensure that our global partners comply with the requirements for product quality, working methods, and conditions for employees in terms of health and safety. Also, to reduce our ecological footprint, part of the sales of our products made in China is used to plant trees in Quebec, with CO2 Compensation.

OLA Bamboo organic cotton produce bags are also made in China because cotton doesn’t grow in Canada. Organic cotton from China is of high quality and allows us to offer our bags at an affordable price.

It contains 1 bamboo straw with 1 cleaning brush, 1 fork, 1 knife, and 1 Teaspoon made of bamboo along with a travel bag. All items are reusable.

No, it is heat and stain-resistant. So, don’t worry about your utensils turning yellow or reshaped.

It is important to make a shift to a sustainable lifestyle to protect the health of communities by reducing pollution. Single-use plastic utensils are filling the landfills and waterways leading to plastic pollution and environmental degradation.

1. Because you’ll always have utensils to eat on the go. 2. You could avoid taking straw, even at the drive-thru… 3. You’ll never forget your fork anymore to eat your lunch at the office. 4. It is ultra-light in weight to carry.