6mm Grass Biodegradable Straws

A simple, honest product that does what it says.

Delivery time: 1 to 8 days

$69.00

Our grass biodegradable straws are 100% natural, compostable and plastic-free. Each straw has been naturally crafted by Mother Nature, perfect for cafes and bars wanting a unique sustainable point of difference and a soggy-free customer experience.

We have two sizes available:

  • Regular: 20cm long and ~6mm wide
  • Cocktail: 14cm long and ~6mm wide available here

Our grass straws are perfect when paired with our tropical cold cups, flat lids and dome lids

Grown in the wet regions of Vietnam, our grass biodegradable straws are an excellent alternative to single-use plastic. Made from grey sedge grass called Lepironia Articulata, the plant is naturally hollow and does not require any transformation to be used as a straw. The processes of making these grass straws is entirely manual and gives employment to the local people living in the rural area.

Grass Biodegradable Straws Details:

  • Origin: Vietnam
  • Ingredient: 100% Lepironia Articulata grass
  • Home compostable
  • Not harmful to wildlife, the environment or the ecosystem
  • Single-use in cafes and restaurants
  • Diameter of 5 to 6mm / length of 20cm
  • Shelf life 12 months – store in a dry and cool place

User experience:

Lasts for 5 hours+ in cold and hot drinks. This straw becomes flexible when wet.

2 reviews for 6mm Grass Biodegradable Straws

  1. Jonathon
    Rated 5 out of 5
    March 23, 2022
    Great sustainable product
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    Bonnie
    Rated 5 out of 5
    January 22, 2023
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All our products comply with all Australian plastic legislation currently in place across Australia including clear compostability labelling aligned to South Australian legislation effective 1 March 2026.

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Are biodegradable straws really biodegradable?
Yes, ours are the real deal. These grass straws are 100% natural plant stems, with no coatings or hidden plastics. They break down naturally in compost or soil, just like any other garden clippings. No greenwashing here.
How long does it take for biodegradable straws to decompose?
In a home compost bin, they usually break down within a few weeks based on the activity level of your compost, temperature and moisture. In the garden, they act like mulch and will slowly return to the earth, just like grass clippings.
Can I eat a biodegradable straw?
We wouldn’t recommend making a meal out of it but they’re not harmful (just not designed to be food!). Think of it like chewing on a wheat stem or bamboo skewer: harmless in small contact, but not tasty or nutritious.

Shipping and Delivery Time:

  • Free delivery in the Adelaide region for order over $400.
  • Site-wide flat rate starting at $65 for SA, NSW, VIC, ACT (more details on shipping rates here)
  • All orders are shipped next business day

Delivery times:

  • SA: 1 to 3 business days
  • VIC, NSW & ACT: 2 to 5  business days
  • QLD, WA, NT & TAS: 4 to 8  business days

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