Mushroom-Based Materials

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Grown, Not Manufactured

Our mushroom-based material utilizes mycelium — the root structure of mushrooms — to bind agricultural byproducts into a durable, lightweight foam. Grown in custom molds over 5–7 days, it requires minimal energy and produces zero toxic runoff.

Once end-of-life, it breaks down in home compost within 45 days, returning nutrients to the soil without microplastic contamination.

✓ Fully home & industrial compostable
✓ Carbon-negative production cycle
✓ FDA & EU food-contact compliant
✓ Superior thermal & impact insulation

Why Choose Mycelium Packaging?

Replacing single-use plastics with bio-engineered materials without compromising performance or brand experience.

🌱 Zero Landfill Impact

Completely biodegradable in soil. No chemical leaching, no microplastics, and no residual waste after composting.

📦 Custom Molding

Grown to exact dimensions. Reduce material waste by eliminating cutting, trimming, and secondary assembly steps.

🌡️ Thermal Resilience

Natural insulating properties keep hot items hot and cold items cold longer than standard paper or thin plastics.

🔒 Supply Chain Transparency

Traceable agricultural feedstock. Batch-level certifications and full lifecycle documentation provided.

From Farm to Packaging

Our closed-loop production process turns waste into high-performance material.

1

Feedstock Prep

Agricultural residues (hemp hurds, corn stalks, sawdust) are sterilized and sized for optimal growth.

2

Mycelium Inoculation

Selected fungal strains are introduced. The mycelium begins colonizing and binding the biomass.

3

Mold Growth

Material is placed in custom molds. Over 5–7 days, it grows into the exact desired shape and density.

4

Heat Treatment

Controlled heat sterilization halts growth, removes moisture, and locks in structural integrity.

Technical Specifications

Lab-tested performance data for standard density mycelium foam (Grade CS-M1).

Parameter	Value / Range
Density	120–180 kg/m³
Compressive Strength	0.8–1.2 MPa
Thermal Conductivity	0.038 W/m·K
Water Absorption (24h)	< 8%
Compost Degradation	30–45 days (home)
Fire Rating	Class B1 (treated) / Class C (natural)
Certifications	FDA 21 CFR 175.300, EU 10/2011, BPI Certified

-65%

Carbon footprint vs EPS foam

0 L

Water used in production

100%

Agricultural waste feedstock

7 days

Avg. growth cycle time

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Our mycelium products meet FDA and EU food-contact regulations. They are heat-treated to stop biological activity and coated only with food-grade, water-based sealants when required for liquid resistance.

The material is naturally water-resistant but not waterproof. For liquid applications like cups or bowls, we apply a thin, compostable PLA or bio-wax lining that maintains full home-compostability while preventing leakage.

Absolutely. Because the material is grown in molds rather than cut or injection-molded, we can produce highly complex, interlocking, or ergonomic shapes with near-zero material waste. Lead time for custom tooling is typically 10–14 days.

Standard runs start at 5,000 units. For custom molded inserts or branded packaging, MOQs begin at 3,000 units. Contact our sales team for pilot program pricing and sample kits.

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Request physical samples, technical datasheets, or schedule a call with our materials engineering team.

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