Biodegradable Tea Bags: What's Inside?

For years, most tea bags contained small amounts of plastic to help them hold their shape but that’s changing. More tea companies are now switching to biodegradable tea bags, designed to break down naturally without leaving microplastics behind.

Biodegradable tea bags are often made from plant based materials like cornstarch derived PLA, abaca (a type of banana plant fiber), or other natural fibers. These materials allow the tea bag to decompose in compost or landfill conditions far more quickly than traditional plastic based options.

This shift benefits both the environment and tea drinkers. It reduces plastic pollution, supports more sustainable farming and manufacturing practices, and reassures customers that their daily brew isn’t contributing to long term waste.

Interested in making the switch to biodegradable tea bags? Check them out here:

https://www.teadog.com/collections/biodegradable