Choosing the right type of cutlery is important whether you are looking to make a positive impression on your guests or are trying to make a difference in the environment.

Disposable cutlery is available in several different material types.bamboo skewers in oven

Selecting the cutlery to best fit your business will depend on the food you are serving, environmental goals, and your budget.
Here’s a quick overview of the different types of disposable cutlery:Bamboo is a rapidly renewable resource making it a great option for disposable cutlery.

Bamboo is more expensive than plastic and CPLA cutlery. Bamboo is similar in price to molded fiber.If you are looking to display your sustainability efforts, bamboo cutlery can make it obvious to your customers that you consider the full product life cycle when making product decisions.

Bamboo cutlery does not use light, medium, or heavy weight as an indicator of cutlery density or size. The strength of bamboo cutlery will be determined by the size and length of the product, and will vary by manufacturer.Molded fiber is made from a blend of recycled paperboard, newsprint, sugarcane, wheat fiber, and other natural plant material.

Molded fiber cutlery is certified compostable and will compost within 60 - 180 days in commercial composting facilities.Molded fiber has a heat tolerance of 250℉*.Molded fiber is the best option for facilities that need a safe (not sharp) cutlery option such as in prisons or hospitals.