Our Sustainability Promise

🌍 The Problem with Today's Pet Care Products

The pet industry produces millions of plastic toys annually, most containing harmful chemicals like BPA and phthalates, and shedding toxic microplastics throughout their use. These toys don't just endanger our pets – they persist in landfills for centuries, contributing to the global plastic crisis.

Learn about the hidden dangers of traditional plastic toys →

The Phaws Solution: All PHA Everything

Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) represent a revolutionary approach to sustainable manufacturing:

• 100% Biodegradable: Naturally breaks down in soil, marine, and composting environments
  
• Non-Toxic: Zero BPA, phthalates, or other harmful synthetic additives
• Durable Performance: Matches traditional plastic strength and flexibility
• Renewable Source: Produced by microorganisms using renewable feedstocks
  
  
  

Deep dive into PHA material science →

Our Environmental Impact

Traditional Plastic Toys	Phaws PHA Toys
100-1000+ years to decompose	Readily compostable and biodegradable (certified)
Shed toxic, persistent microplastics during production, use, and disposal	Shed microplastics – they're inevitable – but made from PHA, they are neither persistent nor toxic unlike traditional synthetic materials
Filled with toxic additives and plasticizers	Filled with minerals and plant byproducts
Rely on petro-chemistries (even when they say they're "bio-based")	Made exclusively from renewable raw materials like plant oils and food processing byproducts

Coming Soon: Circular Economy

We're launching the first PHA take-back program:

• Easy Returns: Send in any and all PHA products to us for proper handling
• Discount Rewards: Receive credits toward new purchases
• Closed Loop: Ensure zero unnecessary waste through proper end-of-life management
  
  
  

Learn how to properly dispose of PHA products yourself →

Every Phaws toy purchased is small step towards a sustainable future for pets, people, and the planet.