Verde Planet offers elegant biodegradable tableware with all the wow and none of the waste. Manufactured without chemicals our products are handmade from fallen Areca palm leaves. We hope to serve our customers a safe, stylish eco-friendly alternative to disposable tableware that is conscious to our planet. Compostable, microwave, oven and freezer safe our tableware sets are available in various shapes and sizes. Use them to create a memorable place-setting for any event from barbeques to weddings. Our product is 100% natural - minor variations in their color and pattern enhance the beauty and is guaranteed to impress your guests. These 3.6 inch round cups can be used for salsas, dips and curries - both hot and cold. Our products offer the same sturdiness as ceramic making it a superior choice over other disposables like paper, plastic and foam. We take special care to ensure a high-quality product: Thickest portion of each leaf sheath is chosen to create a sturdy, leak-proof productHigh quality molds are used to create bubble-free surface and smooth edgesEach product is steam pressed and sterilized to meet North American standards Q: What makes this better than bamboo/wood? A: This is the greenest disposable tableware since it is made from fallen areca palm leaves; no trees are harmed in the process. Palm leaf tableware presents the perfect union of sustainability and style at affordable prices compared to bamboo/wood. If you want to make a difference to the environment and want to avoid plastic and foam and make a style statement, look no further! Verde Planet Palm Leaf Tableware is a USDA Certified Biobased product