What is the cup made of, and how long will it last?

Origin

The cup is made of 100% medical-grade silicone. Silicone derives from quartz sand, the second most abundant mineral in the Earth’s crust. This material is safe for internal use.

The cup was developed with sustainable principles and contains no hazardous chemicals, toxins, or artificial colors. It is BPA-free, latex-free, and allergen-free. It is AllergyCertified, registered with the Vegan Society, and meets strict material standards (USP Class VI and 21 CFR 177.2600). The cup is not certified organic, as this is not possible for silicone.

Our cup is slightly softer than most other cup brands, with minor differences in size, shape, and feel. It also features a customizable stem that can be shortened. However, its overall function remains similar.

Each cup comes in a pouch made from unbleached organic cotton and is protected by recyclable cardboard packaging, with instructions printed directly on it to reduce additional waste.

The cup is made in Germany, and its wash and wipes are made in Finland.

Lifespan

The cup has been tested to last up to 10 years. However, this does not guarantee your cup will last 10 years, as normal wear and tear must be accounted for. At the same time, we have heard success stories of usage surpassing the 10 years!

On average, customers tend to replace the cup every 2 to 3 years. Reasons include natural discoloration or odor over time (check our cleaning guide on how to minimize this), or pulling improperly on the stem, leading to tears. Even if a cup is replaced every 2 to 3 years, significantly less expense will be spent, and environmental waste will be reduced compared with disposable products.

Disposal

The cup can be disposed with your residual waste. For areas without waste-to-energy facilities, we recommend checking with a local recycling facility.

Learn more about cup safety here: https://dk.allmatters.com/pages/how-to-use