Haines® Compostable Medical Trays are designed to alleviate the reliance on fast-moving, petro-plastic consumables by hospitals and healthcare facilities.
Made from PFAS-free, medical-grade, sugarcane bagasse, Haines Compostable Medical Trays set a new standard in environmental consideration for Australian healthcare.
Often found in dishes, trays and packaging, PFAS (per- and poly-fluoralkyl substances) are chemicals that can linger in the environment and pose an increasing number of health concerns when disposed of.1
For this reason, such products can no longer be certified as compostable under European standards. By eliminating PFAS, Haines sugarcane bagasse trays provide a cleaner, environmentally friendlier alternative for healthcare providers and the planet.
Haines Compostable Medical Trays and Dishes are also:
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Single use to support infection control practices and avoid cross-contamination
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Durable in structure with a smooth inner base that can be wiped with an isopropyl alcohol wipe or vapour/steam sterilised before use, if required
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Puncture resistant2
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Water resistant – can retain liquid (excluding alcohol-based solutions) for over 24 hours2
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Wax and plastic free2
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Compostable in 90 days2
Benefits:
- Saves time and water required to wash and restock reusable dishes.
- Multipurpose for wound care items, medication and more.
- Helps divert excess holloware waste from landfill.
Haines Compostable Medical Trays can be composted or placed in general waste unless heavily soiled or used in a high infection risk area. Certified compostable to stringent European standards, they naturally break down, reducing waste and supporting a healthier ecosystem.
- Panieri, E. et al 2022, PFAS Molecules: A Major Concern for Human Health and the Environment, Toxics 2022, https://doi.org/10.3390/toxics10020044 Accessed 4/7/2024
- Test data and/or certification on file.
