Biodegradable cups are eco friendly cups that feel like you are holding a plastic cup but one which is very nature friendly. Some of these ?eco? cups are made from compostable paper with corn lining inside which is also totally compostable. Moreover, these biodegradable cups are strong and durable. Bagasse, which is sugar cane fiber, a by product of sugar industry, is another material which biodegradable cups use. It can be used for both hot and cold liquids. They are a good alternative to Styrofoam and plastic cups which cause pollution and even paper cups for which many trees are cut.

Stop using plastic bags for all your shopping requirements and check the options you have of biodegradable bags. Plastic bags are recyclable but not biodegradable and very limited amount of plastic is recycled. As opposed to them, biodegradable bags are not hazardous to nature. Cornstarch is basically used for making biodegradable plastic bags which look and feel the same as plastic bags. It is made from polymers with an added additive. A good biodegradable bag should degrade within six months according to international standards. Biodegradable bags are not fit for recycling. You can use these bags fro laundry, shopping, garbage disposal also.