Do Paper Straws Really Biodegrade?

It’s sometimes claimed that paper straws aren’t really biodegradable because of the chemicals that are used to manufacture them. There is concern that the glue used to hold the paper together may extend the time it takes the straw to decompose.

For this reason, a high-quality paper straw will be produced with a certified, environmentally sound glue. But, more than this, precise and accurate manufacturing ensures that only the minimum amount of glue is applied to give the paper straw its necessary strength. As a result, a used paper straw will only take a matter of weeks to biodegrade.

Disposable paper straws