Malaysian rice field at sunset

Stronger than Paper

Greener than Plastic

Smarter than PLA

— and Certified.

Upcycling Malaysian rice husk into certified bio-based straws—cutting CO₂ emissions, replacing plastics, and delivering durable, food-safe performance.

Discover Our Impact

Global Impact

Every Verde Straw makes a measurable difference. Watch our live impact counters showing the collective environmental benefit of our customers' choices.

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CO₂ Avoided YTD

1,008
tonnes CO₂
🔄 Live Counter
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Plastic Straws Replaced

36,000,000
straws year-to-date
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Cars Off Road

219
equivalent impact
📊 Calculated
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Partner Businesses

8
active partners
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Annual CO₂ Avoided

0.5
tonnes per year
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Plastic Straws Replaced

600,000
straws per year
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Cars Off Road

0
equivalent per year
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Annual Savings

RM3,540
vs paper straws
50,000
Monthly Usage
1,667
Daily Usage
23
Trees Planted Equivalent
Environmental Impact10%
Cost Efficiency7%

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*Calculations based on ISO 14067 / GHG Protocol methodology

Our Impact

Malaysian rice husk, once a waste byproduct, is transformed into high-value straws. This avoids agricultural waste methane emissions, displaces fossil plastics, and strengthens customer ESG reporting.

Certifications & Compliance

SIRIM Eco-Label

Malaysia's premier environmental certification

Halal Malaysia

Certified for Muslim consumer markets

EU Packaging Directive 94/62/EC

European Union packaging compliance

MyHijau Certification

Malaysian Green Technology certification

EN Regulation 1935/2004

Food contact materials compliance certification

EN13432 Biodegradablity and Compostability Certification

European standard for compostability compliance

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Environmental Impact

70%
CO₂ Reduction vs Plastic
100%
Made in Malaysia
0%
Plastic Content
12
Month Shelf Life

"Every Verdastro straw replaces plastic and contributes to measurable CO₂ reductions in your ESG reports."

Verde Straw

Durable in cold, warm, and fizzy drinks. Taste-neutral with 12-month shelf life. Available in multiple sizes and colors to meet your business needs.

Eco-friendly bio-straws in coffee cups
Two biodegradable straws showing 6mm and 9mm diameter comparison

Two Sizes

6mm and 9mm diameter options

6mm9mm
Eco-friendly straws in customizable colors

Customizable Colors

Available in various colors to match your brand

Custom Colors Available
Eco-friendly straw packaging comparison showing wrapped and unwrapped options

Flexible Packaging

Wrapped or unwrapped options

WrappedUnwrapped

Superior Durability

No sogginess, crack-free performance

12 Month Shelf Life

Product Specifications

6mm
Wrapping:Wrapped/Unwrapped
Edge:Flat/Sharp
Colors:Customizable
Length:210mm
9mm
Wrapping:Wrapped/Unwrapped
Edge:Flat/Sharp
Colors:Customizable
Length:210mm

Technology & Traceability

From rice field to your customer's table - every straw is traceable to its source, 100% Made in Malaysia.

Production Process Flow

Production Process Flow - Mobile
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Fully Traceable

Every batch tracked from rice field to final product

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Local Production

Manufactured in Gebeng, Pahang with local materials

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Circular Economy

Transforming agricultural waste into valuable products

Why Verdastro

Five key advantages that make Verde Bio-Straws the smart choice for your business

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1. Stronger than Paper

  • Crack-free, no sogginess
  • Resilient in cold, warm, and fizzy drinks
  • Superior structural integrity

2. Greener than Plastic

  • Made from rice husk + bio-based resin
  • Up to 70% CO₂ reduction vs fossil plastic straws
  • Supports circular economy principles
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3. Smarter than PLA

  • Outperforms pure PLA straws in durability
  • Better consumer experience
  • Authentic traceability for ESG teams
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4. Certified & Compliant

  • SIRIM Eco-Label certified
  • Halal Malaysia approved
  • EU 94/62/EC packaging directive compliant
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5. Lower Total Cost of Ownership

  • Fewer wasted straws vs paper (20% vs <2%)
  • ~7% cheaper per usable straw
  • Reduced customer complaints + ESG benefits

From Malaysian Rice Husk to Global Climate Impact

Our Vision

"To be Southeast Asia's leader in carbon-reducing consumer solutions—transforming agricultural waste into certified bio-based products that replace plastics and cut greenhouse gases at scale."

Our Mission

"We upcycle Malaysia's rice husk and other biomass into durable, certified, and food-safe alternatives to plastics—helping businesses meet ESG goals, reduce CO₂, and offer consumers sustainable products without compromise."

Verdastro Factory

Our manufacturing facility in Gebeng, Pahang

Company Information

VERDASTRO SDN. BHD.

Registration: 202001010758

Email: sales@verdastro.com.my

Our Locations

Headquarters - Shah Alam

Business operations and sales

20A, Jalan Pekedai U1/36 HICOM Glenmarie Industrial Park 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor

Phone: +603 5569 9380

Manufacturing - Gebeng

B2, Jalan Gebeng 3/2 Kawasan Perindustrian Gebeng 26080 Kuantan, Pahang Malaysia

Phone: +609 584 0719

"Turning biomass into products that cut CO₂ and replace plastics at scale."

Upcycling rice husk into certified, durable alternatives—helping businesses meet ESG goals and consumers choose better every day.

Verdastro Insight Hub

Your comprehensive resource for sustainability certifications, bio-based materials, and ESG compliance. Explore our glossary and knowledge base to understand the future of packaging.

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Contact & Orders

Ready to make the switch to sustainable straws? Get in touch with our team for samples, quotes, or bulk orders.

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