About BioGlück

"What a mess!" exclaimed Nicole as her organic waste scattered throughout the stairwell.

When I learned about her torn organic waste bag in early 2020, I realized why she had started collecting plastic bags again out of frustration.

Nicole is actually very environmentally conscious.
She loves to cook fresh food and grows many ingredients in her own garden.

Stock image from Freepik

This is how the story of BioGlück began...

Today, Nicole collects her organic waste in paper bags again – and carries it outside without a care.
Because the BioGlück bags were developed for exactly one purpose:

"They should hold!"

My aim is to help Nicole and you to easily and safely do without plastic bags for organic waste in everyday life.
That's exactly what BioGlück biodegradable waste bags are for.

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Kraft paper – A specialist with special properties

We deliberately chose paper as our raw material. While most people are familiar with standard office paper, the capabilities of specialty papers are less well known. Our kraft paper is manufactured using a special process and consists of unbleached, long-fiber sulfate pulp. This gives it the necessary wet strength and tear resistance for organic waste.

In this process, the still-damp paper web is compressed, which gives the paper its high elasticity. This explains why this robust material is also used for heavy plaster or concrete bags in hardware stores, as well as for flour and sugar packaging. Kraft paper is truly a specialist!

What makes BioGlück paper bags so special?

When paper gets damp, wet strength and tear resistance are the crucial properties. Many simple paper bags are made from recycled paper with short fibers, which is often insufficient for damp organic waste and results in reduced stability.

At BioGlück, we therefore rely on a carefully considered combination of materials. We use high-quality recycled paper together with fresh cellulose fibers from sustainable forestry. Both fiber types are bonded together using a special process to achieve exceptionally high wet strength and tear resistance. This results in a paper bag that can withstand the challenges of everyday life.

Mark Breyer
Founder of BioGlück