Why doesn't Huel come in biodegradable / recyclable bags?

[Tim_Huel]

I think the answer you want is in here.

Zero waste - Returning packaging for reuse

Hi there, it’s a really good point and something we are extremely passionate about. So let’s dive into it. Absolutely not. We are working so hard with suppliers to bring in not just a recyclable package, but a biodegradable one. It is not that easy and has problems at the moment. Which brings me onto my next point: We must think about overall environmental impact. Plastic is a hot topic at the moment, and rightly so. [image] But there is no point focusing purely on plastic and neglect carbo…

@Tristan

Is there any priority at Huel to utilise biodegradable bags?

Yes absolutely.

We are working so hard with suppliers to bring in not just a recyclable package, but a biodegradable one. It is not that easy and has problems at the moment.

@Tristan

doesn’t seem to be a huge challenge to get this kind of bag in a nice format.

The problem we are having with our pouches at the moment for example is their strength, if pouches break more then we end up with more spoiled and wasted Huel, contributing to total food waste.

Currently, 1.75kg is not supported by biodegradable pouches.

Hope that answers your questions!