True Earth Packaging supplies 100% compostable sugarcane bagasse plates, bowls, and clamshells to restaurants, caterers, and food businesses across British Columbia. 15 SKUs from 6-inch plates to 32oz bowls — bylaw-compliant, microwave-safe, and priced for wholesale ordering.
Bagasse (pronounced "buh-GAS") is the fibrous pulp left over after sugarcane stalks are pressed for juice. It's a byproduct — material that would otherwise be discarded or burned — that gets processed into rigid, heat-resistant food packaging.
The result is a container that holds hot soups, oily curries, and wet foods without going soggy, can go from the microwave to the table, and is accepted in commercial composting facilities across BC. It's one of the most practically useful eco-friendly packaging materials available.
For food businesses in Metro Vancouver, bagasse containers are also an accepted alternative under the Single-Use Item Bylaw — making them a compliant replacement for conventional plastic clamshells and plates.
Accepted at commercial compost facilities across BC. Certified compostable — not just "biodegradable" — so it meets Metro Vancouver bylaw requirements for compostable alternatives.
Handles heat up to 120°C. Goes from fridge to microwave without warping, splitting, or transferring off-flavours into the food — important for meal prep and catering applications.
Natural fibre structure resists oil and water without plastic lining. Handles curries, stews, rice dishes, and wet salads without going soft or leaking through the bottom.
Bagasse uses a byproduct of sugar production — no additional land clearing, no virgin tree fibre. Lower environmental footprint than virgin paper or polystyrene alternatives.
Plates, bowls, and clamshells across sizes that cover every service format — from quick-service counters to catered events.
5 SKUs
5 SKUs — 8oz to 32oz
5 SKUs
Clamshells and bowls for takeout and delivery. Leak-resistant for curries, soups, and rice dishes. Metro Vancouver bylaw compliant.
Restaurant packaging →Large plates and 3-compartment formats for buffet service and plated events. Microwave-safe for warming before service.
Catering packaging →Compact clamshells that stack efficiently for truck storage. Holds up to saucy dishes that would soak through paper alternatives.
Food truck packaging →Bagasse plates for pastry display and plated items. Aligns with the eco-brand identity customers expect from an independent café.
Café & bakery packaging →We deliver bagasse containers throughout the Lower Mainland — Vancouver, Surrey, Richmond, Burnaby, Langley, Port Coquitlam, North Vancouver, and more. We also serve Abbotsford, the Fraser Valley, Vernon and the Okanagan, and Vancouver Island.
Most customers order bagasse alongside compostable cutlery and kraft bags to complete their eco-friendly packaging setup in a single delivery. There's no minimum order — order the SKUs and quantities that fit your current needs.
Request a quote and we'll confirm pricing, case sizes, and delivery timing — typically within one business day.
No. Bagasse is a natural fibre material — plant-based, not plastic. Compostable plastics (like PLA) are made from cornstarch and require industrial composting. Bagasse breaks down faster and is more widely accepted in BC's commercial composting programs. They behave differently and aren't interchangeable in sorting.
Yes. Bagasse is microwave-safe up to 120°C and can be used in conventional ovens at low temperatures. It won't warp, melt, or transfer chemicals into food — unlike some plastic or PLA containers that aren't microwave-rated.
Yes. The bylaw restricts certain single-use plastic food containers. Certified compostable fibre containers — including bagasse — are an accepted alternative. Our bagasse products are certified compostable, making them a compliant choice for businesses operating in Metro Vancouver municipalities.
Bagasse holds up well against oil and moisture without a plastic lining — better than plain paper or cardboard. The fibre structure is naturally dense. For very liquidy foods (broth-heavy soups), the lidded bowl format works best. For curries, rice dishes, and saucy foods, the clamshells and open bowls perform reliably.
Birchwood, cornstarch, and bamboo cutlery kits. Pairs with bagasse containers for a fully compostable service setup — plates, bowls, and utensils all certified together.
View cutlery →Recyclable kraft bags for carrying takeout orders. Large enough to hold clamshells and bowls alongside cutlery kits — sizes from small to XL.
View kraft bags →Browse 500+ SKUs across all packaging categories — cups, containers, bags, gloves, napkins, and more — in one order.
Browse all products →Request a quote and we'll confirm pricing, pack sizes, and delivery in one business day. Serving restaurants, caterers, food trucks, and cafés across the Lower Mainland and BC.