<p><span>HuskeeCup comes in two colours: charcoal and natural husk. You can find photography of both colour options on our website and on our Instagram account by clicking this link:<a href="instagram.com/huskee" rel="noopener" target="_blank">&#xA0;@huskee</a></span><span><br></span><span><br></span><span>Why just 2 colours you ask? Our end of life program, HuskeeLoop, is the answer. By having 2 colours, we can easily separate the end of life products and give them a new life!</span></p>

What colours is HuskeeCup available in?

Not through standard recycling streams, we however do recycle them ourselves!

<p>Due to the husk content in HuskeeCup, as well as the hundreds/thousands of different recycling legislation around the world, HuskeeCup is not recyclable in standard recycling streams. We are however taking care of the recycling of our cups ourselves through our HuskeeLoop program! All our HuskeeSwap partner cafes act as collection sites and you can drop off your end of life cup there. Most of the cafes stock new cups too, so you&#x2019;ll be able to buy a replacement straight away! To find more information about HuskeeLoop click here.</p>

Is HuskeeCup recyclable?

<p><span>Yes! HuskeeCup is BPA free.</span></p>

Is HuskeeCup BPA free?

<p>HuskeeCup is designed as a reusable cup. It&apos;s durable and it doesn&apos;t chip or crack easily.</p><p>By using a HuskeeCup 30 times you will offset the energy it took to create and transport it to you.&#xA0;</p>

Is HuskeeCup reusable?

<p>HuskeeCup is dishwasher friendly including the cup, lid, seal and saucer. Plus, we&apos;ve made grooves in the base of HuskeeCup that function as channels for liquid to drain instantly after a dishwashing cycle.</p>

Is HuskeeCup dishwasher friendly?

<p>We have done testing on limited cycles and it is safe to do so.</p><p>We do not however recommend repeated use in a microwave.&#xA0;</p>

Is HuskeeCup microwave safe?

Our core range. Made from coffee husky that forms the basis of each cup, saucer and lid.

<p>We&apos;ve designed HuskeeOriginal Range with a full range of cafe-ready sizes.<br><br>Currently, that includes 3oz, 6oz, 8oz, 12oz and 16oz HuskeeCups, along with our Universal Lid and Saucer.</p>

What is the HuskeeOriginal Range?

<p>If your HuskeeCup is showing signs of wear and tear and you feel there is a compromise on hygiene, just hand it back to your local HuskeeSwap site and let them know. You will still get a fresh cup with your order. They will put this cup aside and arrange the collection and replacement of their stock with the HuskeeSwap team.</p><p>Once collected, it will be sent to a repurposing facility making HuskeeSwap the ultimate closed loop ecosystem!</p><p>&#xA0;</p>

How do I dispose of a HuskeeCup at the end of its life?

HuskeeCups are available as 4-Packs or as Single Cup&Lid Combos.

<div><strong>4-Packs</strong></div><div>As 4-Packs, cups, lids and saucers are sold separately and available as stand-alone 4-Packs or as a Shipper of 48 (12 x 4-Packs).</div><div>4-packs are more economical and environmentally friendly because there is less packaging.</div><div>This means more cups in boxes &gt; more boxes in containers &gt; resulting in fewer containers at sea.</div><div><em>Perfect for; cafes unboxing cups, lids and saucers for sit-in and for HuskeeSwap i.e. when you don&apos;t need the packaging</em></div><div>&#xA0;</div><div><strong>Single Unit Packaged</strong></div><div>Single Unit Packaged cups are cup &amp; lid combos that are individually packaged.</div><div>They are available individually for retail or shippers of 24 at wholesale.</div><div><em>Perfect for; gifts or for helping your retail display stand out</em></div>

How do HuskeeCups come packaged?

Over the lifecycle of a cup, the environmental benefits increase when reused.

<div>In March 2020, Huskee commissioned an independent Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) report through Edge Environmental Consulting. Here are some of the things we learned through this process as a company, and our key takeaways.</div><ul><li>Cafes save <strong>$0.20</strong> for every single-use cup replaced</li><li><strong>It only takes 15 swaps</strong> to break even for a cafe in terms of capital and operational cost</li><li>The HuskeeSwap system <strong>has a negligible impact on workflow</strong> (Time = $$)</li><li><strong>A modest 10% uptake</strong> by a cafe would equate to <strong>over $3,600 a year in savings</strong> (assumption: cafe selling 900 coffees/day and 56% take-away)</li><li>A <strong>cafe saves $73 per customer per year</strong> (assumption: 1 coffee/day at $0.20 saving)</li></ul><div>(adjusted for 2022 costs)</div><div>&#xA0;</div><div><strong>HuskeeCup Break Even Point</strong></div><div>The break even measure of a product is an environmental measure of the costs to make that product (materials, energy, transport) and disposal - against those of a single-use item. Over the lifecycle of a cup, the environmental benefits increase when&#xA0;<strong>reused</strong>. The break even point is the number of uses required at which the benefits surpass those of single-use.<br><br>Based on peer-reviewed LCA analyses and the Upstream <a href="https://upstreamsolutions.org/reuse-wins-report" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Reuse Wins Report</a>, here is a comparison of Huskee Cups against other reusable cup materials.</div><div>&#xA0;</div><div><strong>Reusable Cup Breakeven point Comparison&#xA0;</strong></div><div>The average number of uses that a reusable cup must be used, to be more environmentally friendly than a single-use plastic-lined cup:</div><ul><li>Stainless Steel - 120 uses</li><li>Ceramic - 70 uses</li><li>Glass - 36 uses</li><li><strong>Huskee - 25 uses</strong></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Break even point against <strong>compostable cups</strong><span style="font-size: 1rem;">&#xA0;are only slightly higher, which in several ways are a &apos;regrettable substitution&apos; and are more expensive to a business bottom line.</span></p>

What is the environmental measure of using HuskeeCups over other materials?

HuskeeCups need to be cared for differently than ceramics or glass as they are a much softer material. Please follow the below advice to ensure you have longer-lasting cups.

<div>The most hygienic and efficient way to clean HuskeeCup&apos;s is to put them through a <strong>dishwasher</strong> to ensure that they are washed at a minimum temperature and are correctly <strong>sanitised</strong>. We advise that there <strong>aren&apos;t</strong> any sharp objects loosely packed with HuskeeCup&apos;s due to the ability of them to potentially damage the surface of the cup.</div><div>&#xA0;</div><div>If you do not have a dishwasher, you can manually sanitise by following advice from the Australian Food Standards <a href="https://www.foodstandards.gov.au/publications/Documents/Safe%20Food%20Australia/Appendix%206%20-%20Cleaning%20and%20sanitising%20surfaces%20and%20utensils.pdf" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">here</a> or can efficiently clean your HuskeeCup by:</div><div>&#xA0;</div><ol><li>Using a <strong>damp microfibre cloth&#xA0;</strong>with a small amount of detergent can be used to help remove stubborn marks, such as <a href="https://help.huskee.co/how-to-remove-lipstick" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">removing lipstick from HuskeeCups</a>.</li><li>For tough stains or odours, <strong>soak HuskeeCup&apos;s in a tub of hot water</strong> with 1 tsp of espresso machine cleaner per cup, for 8 hours/overnight.</li></ol><div>&#xA0;</div><div><strong>We highly advise NOT to use abrasive cleaners such as a scourer, as this will reduce the lifespan and permanently damage your HuskeeCup.</strong></div><div>&#xA0;</div><div>If you are a cafe, download the FREE cleaning protocols of HuskeeCup for your staff.</div><hr><p><img src="https://attachments.gorgias.help/lkw6/hc/x7yq/washing-cups-03a427df-782b-4794-9860-2d57c2b09b5f.jpg" style="width: 300px;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"></p><p>&#xA0;</p>

What's the best way to clean and care for HuskeeCups?

See the below chart for all HuskeeCup sizes.

What are HuskeeCup's Dimensions?

<div>In order to preserve the environment and create a better quality of life for future generations, Huskee is committed to making sustainable and safe products. Huskee has put a lot of effort into the development of the design, as well as making sure that the products we make meet the regulatory requirements for the countries in which we sell. To ensure compliance with global food contact materials regulatory requirements, Huskee products have been independently tested and certified by independent accredited testing laboratories. These tests are designed to determine if there are any hazardous chemicals leaching occurring.</div><div>&#xA0;</div><div>Our design decisions are based on careful consideration of material options and Huskee products are free from BPA, PFAS, phthalates, melamine and heavy metals (lead, cadmium, mercury and hexavalent chromium) and are approved components for food contact applications commonly used in the market.</div>

Are there any hazardous materials or chemicals in the composition of HuskeeCup?

<p>Drinking from a HuskeeCup will not effect the flavour of your beverage.&#xA0;</p><p>We do however recommend washing new HuskeeCups twice before first use.&#xA0;</p>

Does HuskeeCup affect flavour?

<p>As HuskeeCup is thermally insulated, it can be used to contain a variety of foods and drinks. This includes hot beverages, soups, cold beverages and even ice-creams and desserts. The insulative characteristics of <span style="font-size: 1rem;">HuskeeCup reduces the condensation often found on the outside of traditional cups.</span></p><div>We would love to hear of any creative uses that you have found too! Use the hashtag #huskeecup to share with us.</div>

What other food and drink can I use my HuskeeCup for?

No, HuskeeCup is not hot to hold. HuskeeCup's materiality increases the cup's thermal retention properties in comparison to standard polymer cups and single-use paper cups, whilst its fins protect your hands from the heat of the drink by minimising t

<p>HuskeeCup&apos;s materiality increases the cup&apos;s thermal retention properties in comparison to standard polymer cups and single-use paper cups, whilst its fins protect your hands from the heat of the drink by minimising the surface area your hands come into contact with!<br><br>In short, you get to enjoy hotter coffee for longer!</p><p>&#xA0;</p><p><strong>Please note:</strong> You should still be careful drinking hot liquid, as the cups can disguise the heat. &#xA0;HuskeeCup is a thermal cup and will keep your drink hotter compared to ceramic or glass.</p>

What are HuskeeCup's thermal properties and is HuskeeCup hot to hold?

HuskeeCups are made from repurposed coffee husk and a food safe polymer.

<p>&#xA0;</p><p>HuskeeCup is made from a unique&#xA0;<strong>eco-composite polymer</strong> chosen after extensive research and development and features coffee husk, a thin layer that surrounds the coffee seed or bean.<br>While it may seem counter-intuitive, the primary polymer we have chosen is a plastic called polypropylene. Why plastic, you may ask? We decided on polypropylene with the following goals in mind:</p><ol><li>Producing a durable product that can withstand the rigours of the caf&#xE9; environment</li><li>Producing a cup whose materiality complement and highlight the innovative design features</li><li>Creating a material that can be recycled, reused and re-purposed at the end of its life in an environmentally friendly and efficient way.</li></ol><p>When combined with a food contact approved component, isolated and purified from coffee husk, the relatively low energy consumption, ease of recyclability and enhanced strength/durability of polypropylene produce a product that lasts longer and therefore, significantly reduces the environmental impact in the long run. We will continue to evolve and improve our formula, looking for more biopolymers and combinations to meet and exceed these goals.</p><p>With the industry changing and the HuskeeSwap system requiring cups to be washed in commercial dishwashers hundreds of times, we are excited to have created a sustainable, practical and durable product that is a pleasure to use for our customers!</p>

What is HuskeeCup made from?

HuskeeCups are made in close proximity to where we source coffee husk from.

<div>HuskeeCups are manufactured in a facility based in China which is located within close proximity to rural southwest China where we source our coffee husk.</div><div>We believe it is important that our collection and manufacturing process is within close proximity, as it is a key factor in reducing transportation and associated environmental impacts.</div>

Where are HuskeeCups made?

<p>Yes! All HuskeeCup sizes can fit in a standard car cupholder. Some cars however design their cups holders too thin for a HuskeeCup to fit in. &#xA0;</p>

Does HuskeeCup fit in my car cupholder?

<div>Plastic plays an important role in our world due to its lightweight, durability, flexibility and longevity properties. It is in many of the products and services we value. As a company, Huskee is not opposed to <strong>conscientious</strong> plastic use. There are many benefits of plastic in modern society.</div><div>&#xA0;</div><div><strong>What we are strongly opposed to,</strong> however, are <strong>single-use</strong> plastics. Plastic should ideally never be used for single use. The impacts are high and significant.</div><div>&#xA0;</div><div>Huskee is committed to <strong>never using single-use plastic</strong> - it is literally part of our mission statement to &apos;design out waste&apos;. In addition, Huskee uses materials as efficiently as possible in order to minimise both the amount used, and wasted. As a design company, we are focused on this issue first and foremost, which is why you will find recycled content in all of our products; whether that&apos;s waste coffee husk, recycled plastic, or even recycled stainless steel.</div><div>&#xA0;</div><div>We have also committed to circular economy and helping close the loop, through <a href="https://huskee.co/huskeeloop/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">HuskeeLoop</a>. This is true circular economy in practice. So while our products do contain plastic, we ensure that at their end-of-life, our HuskeeCups have an opportunity to be recycled into useful new products and hopefully never end up in landfill or in our oceans.</div><div>&#xA0;</div><div>Design is our passion and we consider all aspects of our product lifecycle and our impact. We take that commitment seriously, which is one of the reasons we are proudly a certified B-Corp company. Importantly, this is an <strong>independent</strong> assessment of our sustainability practices, so you don&apos;t just have to take our word for it.</div><div>&#xA0;</div><div>Check out our B-Corp certification <a href="https://www.bcorporation.net/en-us/find-a-b-corp/company/huskee" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>

Why do Huskee Products contain plastic?

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PFAS testing for Huskee Products

How secure are HuskeeCup Lids?

How to use the Stopper Lid

Is my Stopper Lid spill-proof?

How do I assemble/disassemble my Stopper Lid?

Is the Stopper Lid eligible for HuskeeLoop?

Is the Stopper Lid compatible with my HuskeeCup?

Stopper Lid

What is HuskeeRenew?

Is HuskeeRenew recyclable?

Why do we use Tritan co-polyesters in our products?

What else is Tritan plastics used in - I am still unsure?

Does Tritan Renew 50 contain post-consumer plastic?

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Why did we add HuskeeRenew to our product range?

HuskeeRenew

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What is HuskeeSteel made of?

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Can HuskeeSteel be swapped in HuskeeSwap?

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What are HuskeeSteel's dimensions?

Does HuskeeSteel fit in my car cupholder?

Can I put HuskeeSteel in the freezer?

How long will my drink stay hot in my HuskeeSteel?

Is HuskeeSteel stain and odour resistant?

What's the best way to clean and care for HuskeeSteel?

HuskeeSteel

What project do you support for carbon-neutral shipping?

What do I do if my parcel is lost, stolen, or damaged during transit?

Is my shipment carbon-neutral?

Where is my order shipped from?

Which postal service do you use?

Can I add items to my order after placing it?

I am having issues placing my order on my mobile phone? What can I do?

Can I pay extra for express shipping?

What happens if my HuskeeCups get lost in transit?

Will I get a tracking code?

Can I add special shipping instructions?

What countries do you ship to?

What are the shipping costs?

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Do you have bulk discount rates?

How do I register for a wholesale account?

Do you offer custom branding for HuskeeCup?

I made an error with my delivery address. How can I fix it?

Does HuskeeCup fit underneath a group head?

I need help with my online order. Who can I contact?

How can I wholesale HuskeeCup?

What are HuskeeCup's wholesale prices?

How do I update my account information?

I want to cancel my order. What do I do?

How do I reset my login/password?

How much does shipping cost for wholesale orders?

Huskee Wholesale

Do customers have to be HuskeeSwap members to swap?

What if a customer brings back a damaged cup or lid?

Why should my cafe join HuskeeSwap?

Do I need to give the customer back the same HuskeeCup (colour/size) that they checked in?

What if a customer wants to keep their own lid?

How can I be a part of HuskeeSwap?

How many cups do I need?

What is HuskeeSwap?

When Does HuskeeSwap Go Live?

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HuskeeSwap

How does the borrow feature work?

How do set up my business on the app?

How do I remove my credit card details?

How can I update my credit card details?

I can't find a location near me! How can I onboard a cafe?

How are my 'carbon eq. saved' calculated?

Why do we take a $21 deposit when borrowing a HuskeeCup?

How do I use the HuskeeSwap app?

HuskeeSwap App

What is the HuskeeLoop Program?

How do I dispose of my HuskeeCup?

What does End-of-Life Cups refer to?

Are there any other products that will be made with 100% HuskeeCups?

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