{"product_id":"7-cu-ft-corn-starch-biodegradable-loose-fill-eco-friendly-packing-peanuts","title":"7 cu ft Corn Starch Biodegradable Loose Fill - Eco-Friendly Packing Peanuts","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7 cubic feet of cornstarch-based biodegradable loose fill (\"packing peanuts\") per bag. Bio-based, water-soluble loose fill that dissolves in water and breaks down in compost — a recyclable alternative to expanded polystyrene (EPS) packing peanuts. Use the same way as EPS: pour into the carton around the cushioned product to fill voids, lock the item in place, and absorb shock during transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs at a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoose fill (packing peanuts)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 cu. ft. per bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCornstarch (bio-based, biodegradable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDisposal\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-soluble, compostable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAnti-static\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNaturally low-static (cornstarch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight tan \/ off-white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest for shippers and ecommerce sellers who want sustainable, customer-friendly void fill without the static charge or disposal complaints of EPS peanuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to use this product\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eFilling void space around already-cushioned fragile items.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocking items in place inside an oversized or right-sized carton.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing EPS peanuts in operations switching to bio-based packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomer-facing unboxing where compostable \/ water-soluble fill is a brand value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to choose something else\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eFor very heavy items needing structural cushion, use foam pads or bubble in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cushioning\"\u003ecushioning\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor long-term storage in humid environments — cornstarch fill can soften with prolonged moisture exposure. Use air pillows from \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cushioning\"\u003ecushioning\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor items that must stay completely dust-free — use air pillows or bubble.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNeed help choosing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot sure which bubble size, foam thickness, or void-fill format fits the items you ship? Read the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/mailers-guide\"\u003eMailers \u0026amp; Cushioning Buying Guide\u003c\/a\u003e for a walkthrough of cushioning thickness, anti-static vs. standard, and when to use bubble vs. foam vs. paper void fill. Use the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/box-size-calculator\"\u003eBox Size Calculator\u003c\/a\u003e to right-size the outer box around your cushioned product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these the same as EPS packing peanuts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. EPS (Styrofoam) peanuts are petroleum-based plastic. These are cornstarch-based — bio-derived, water-soluble, and compostable. They look and behave similarly but break down in water or a compost pile rather than persisting as plastic waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill they dissolve in normal humidity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — they tolerate normal indoor humidity and shipping conditions just fine. They only dissolve when exposed to standing water or sustained wet conditions. For indoor and parcel-transit use, they hold up like EPS peanuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I dispose of them?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThree options: (1) rinse them down the sink — they're water-soluble; (2) add to home compost; (3) reuse them for outbound shipments. Customers can do any of the three with no special handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended add-ons and related links\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrowse adjacent bubble sizes, foam thicknesses, and roll widths in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bubble-wrap-foam\"\u003ebubble wrap \u0026amp; foam\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor pre-made cushioned mailers, foam-in-bag, and inflatable systems, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cushioning\"\u003ecushioning\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor tape, stretch film, and other carton-sealing supplies, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tape-wrap\"\u003etape \u0026amp; wrap\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- packrift-enriched --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"packrift-enrichment\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pf-best-for\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for e-commerce businesses, manufacturers, and logistics providers shipping fragile items who prioritize sustainability without sacrificing protection. This 7 cubic foot bag of corn starch loose fill offers eco-conscious packaging that meets shipping compliance requirements while eliminating polystyrene waste from your supply chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from annually renewable corn starch, this loose fill is completely water-soluble, dust-free, and leaves no harmful residue—making it safe for customers and the environment. Its anti-static and abrasion-resistant properties protect delicate products during transit while reducing your company's carbon footprint and appeal to environmentally conscious buyers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"pf-specs\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorn Starch (Plant-Based)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eVolume per Bag\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 Cubic Feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eKey Properties\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDust-Free, Anti-Static, Abrasion-Resistant, Water-Soluble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRecyclable\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"pf-use-cases\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon Use Cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtecting fragile electronics and glassware during shipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoid fill for e-commerce product packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCushioning specialty items like cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and artisan goods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSustainable packaging solution for eco-certified businesses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature-sensitive product protection for food and beverage shipments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"pf-included\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOne 7 cubic foot bag of corn starch loose fill packing material\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"pf-shipping\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping and Packaging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips via UPS oversize to ensure safe delivery of this bulk packing material. Single 7-cubic-foot bag provides ample void fill capacity for standard e-commerce shipments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"pf-faq\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does corn starch loose fill compare to polystyrene peanuts?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eCorn starch loose fill offers environmental benefits—it's biodegradable, water-soluble, and made from renewable resources, unlike polystyrene. It provides equivalent cushioning and protection while reducing landfill waste and eliminating static-prone polystyrene dust that damages products and harms workers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill this loose fill damage my products or equipment?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This corn starch fill is dust-free and anti-static, preventing damage to electronics and sensitive components. Its abrasion-resistant design protects product surfaces, and it won't leave residue or stains on packaging contents.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this compliant with shipping regulations?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Corn starch loose fill meets all major shipping carrier requirements including UPS, FedEx, and USPS standards. It's non-hazardous, non-flammable, and safe for international shipments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow much void fill does one 7 cubic foot bag provide?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne 7 cubic foot bag adequately fills voids in 2-3 standard shipping boxes or provides protective cushioning for multiple fragile items in larger cartons. Coverage varies by void size and desired cushioning level; larger shipments may require multiple bags for optimal protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/packrift-enriched --\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- packrift-pdp-link-enrichment:v1:start --\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"packrift-pdp-links\" style=\"margin-top:1.25em;font-size:0.95em;color:#222\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated guides \u0026amp; tools:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/packrift.com\/pages\/corrugated-boxes-guide\"\u003eCorrugated Boxes Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- packrift-pdp-link-enrichment:v1:end --\u003e\n","brand":"Packrift","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53473084703088,"sku":"7NUTSB","price":18.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/9159\/2048\/files\/7NUTSB.jpg?v=1774904971","url":"https:\/\/packrift.com\/products\/7-cu-ft-corn-starch-biodegradable-loose-fill-eco-friendly-packing-peanuts","provider":"Packrift","version":"1.0","type":"link"}