Why you should purchase our LOW PE cups (<5%) today!

At TakeAware, we are always looking for ways to offer more sustainable products. One of our newest additions are LOW PE coffee cups, which contain less than 5% plastic. These cups are not only more environmentally friendly, but also meet the latest regulations on plastic use in disposables. In this blog, we tell you why you should buy the LOW PE cups today!

What are LOW PE cups?

LOW PE (Polyethylene) cups are made with less than 5% plastic. Like traditional cups, they have a plastic coating to make them waterproof, but with LOW PE cups, this coating is significantly thinner. This minimizes the use of plastic and makes the cups more recyclable.

New SUP regulations

The EU has new rules on disposable plastic designed to reduce the impact of plastic on the environment. Cups with less than 5% plastic, such as our LOW PE cups, meet these strict requirements, making them a future-proof choice for your business.

Benefits of LOW PE cups

1. More environmentally friendly: LOW PE cups have a lower environmental impact because they contain less plastic. This means they require less fossil fuels and have a smaller carbon footprint.
2. Better recyclability: Due to the thin plastic coating, LOW PE cups are easier to recycle. This contributes to a circular economy.
3. Comply with new regulations: The European Union has introduced new SUP rules that limit the use of plastic in disposable packaging. Cups with less than 5% plastic comply with these regulations, which means that as a business owner you comply with the legislation by using LOW PE cups.
4. Quality and functionality: despite the lower plastic content, our LOW PE cups offer the same quality and functionality as traditional cups. They are sturdy, leak-proof and perfect for both hot and cold beverages.

Our LOW PE cups

  • Cardboard coffee mug 120cc 4oz Ø63mm Ripple Kraft
  • Cardboard coffee mug 177cc 7oz Ø73mm Ripple Kraft
  • Cardboard coffee mug 230cc 8oz Ø80mm Ripple Kraft
  • Cardboard coffee mug 360cc 12oz Ø90mm Ripple Kraft
  • Cardboard coffee mug 120cc 4oz Ø63mm Ripple Black
  • Cardboard coffee mug 177cc 7oz Ø73mm Ripple Black
  • Cardboard coffee mug 230cc 8oz Ø80mm Ripple Black
  • Cardboard coffee mug 360cc 12oz Ø90mm Ripple Black
  • Cardboard coffee mug 180cc 7.5oz Ø70mm white
  • Cardboard coffee mug 180cc 7.5oz Ø70mm Scottish tartan scotty
  • Cardboard coffee mug 180cc 7.5oz Ø70mm striped
  • Cardboard coffee mug 180cc 7.5oz Ø70mm Premium


LOW PE cups are an excellent choice for anyone looking for a more sustainable option to disposable cups. With less than 5% plastic, better recyclability and SUP compliance, these cups are a step in the right direction for a greener future. At TakeAware, we remain committed to sustainability and innovation so you can make the best choices for your business and the environment.

Choose our LOW PE coffee cups and contribute to a more sustainable world!

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