Coffee grounds mugs and cups for cafés, roasters and gifting
Direct Eco Green offers two reusable formats made from coffee grounds bio-composite: a 500 ml mug and a 300 ml cup. Both are designed for repeated use with any drink up to 100°C (212°F), and the natural speckled finish makes the recycled origin visible.
- Coffee grounds mug (500 ml / 17 fl oz) — for filter coffee, tea and large lattes; a strong merchandise item for coffee shops.
- Coffee grounds cup (300 ml / 10 fl oz) — for espresso drinks, cappuccinos and in-store reusable programs.
Typical buyers are specialty coffee chains building a reusable-cup offer, roasters looking for branded merchandise, and companies sourcing corporate gifts with a clear recycled-content story.
Specifications & factory formats
| Format | Material | Volume / size | Factory-indicated service life |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee grounds mug | 49% recycled coffee grounds + PP/PE resin | 500 ml (17 fl oz) | About 2 years on average |
| Coffee grounds cup | 49% recycled coffee grounds + PP/PE resin | 300 ml (10 fl oz); listed size 120 mm (4.7 in) | About 3 years on average |
Color: natural. Custom sizes are available on request. MOQ depends on material, size and printing — it is stated in your quote.
Materials, use and care
The material is a bio-composite: 49% of it is recycled coffee grounds and the rest is PP/PE resin that binds the fibers. That is an honest recycled-content story, and it should be told precisely — the mug is reusable and durable, not compostable or biodegradable, because the resin is a plastic.
- Suitable for any drink up to 100°C (212°F).
- Microwave and dishwasher use is possible below 100°C and for less than 10 minutes.
- Not suitable for the freezer; avoid drops and violent shocks.
- Factory-indicated average service life is about 2 years for the mug and 3 years for the cup.
Ask for the factory's food-contact documentation for your target market with your quote.
Environmental claims in the US and Canada
The strongest claim for coffee grounds mugs is a qualified recycled-content claim, and the FTC Green Guides require that it be specific and substantiated: say "made with 49% recycled coffee grounds" rather than "100% natural" or "eco-safe". Ask for the content documentation with your quote so your marketing team can support it.
Avoid "recyclable" or the chasing-arrows symbol unless your markets accept composite PP/PE items — California SB 343 restricts both to materials that meet state recyclability criteria. As a durable, reusable item, the mug is not single-use foodservice ware of the kind targeted by Canada's Single-use Plastics Prohibition Regulations.
Custom logo and private label
Direct Eco Green prints your logo on coffee grounds mugs and cups and can adapt the size to your range. Branded mugs work well alongside other reusable tableware such as stainless steel cutlery and metal straws or bamboo trays and bowls, combined in one shipment. Samples are available before mass production so you can validate color and print.
Why buy coffee grounds mugs factory-direct from Direct Eco Green
Direct Eco Green is a manufacturer and product-development partner, not a distributor of catalog stock. It works with selected, audited factories and checks quality on site, which matters for a composite material where finish and print adhesion must be consistent.
For high-volume merchandise and reusable-cup programs, factory-direct sourcing gives you a lower total cost of ownership, private-label options and consolidated shipments with other items. Send your quantities through the quote form and receive a tailored quote within 48 hours.
Frequently asked questions
What are coffee grounds mugs made of?
Direct Eco Green coffee grounds mugs are made from a bio-composite in which 49% of the material is recycled coffee grounds and the rest is PP/PE resin. The coffee grounds mugs have a natural speckled look and a light coffee scent.
Are coffee grounds cups dishwasher and microwave safe?
Coffee grounds cups can go in the dishwasher or microwave at temperatures below 100°C and for less than 10 minutes. They should not be put in the freezer, and drops or violent shocks should be avoided.
How long does a coffee grounds mug last?
The factory indicates an average service life of about 2 years for the coffee grounds mug and about 3 years for the coffee grounds cup. Actual life depends on how often the items are washed and handled.
Are coffee grounds mugs compostable or recyclable?
Coffee grounds mugs are reusable, not compostable, because the coffee grounds are bound with PP/PE resin. Avoid recyclable claims unless local programs accept the composite, and use a qualified recycled-content claim instead.
Can I print my café logo on coffee grounds mugs?
Yes. Direct Eco Green prints your logo on coffee grounds mugs and cups, and custom sizes can be developed. The MOQ depends on size and printing and is stated in your quote.
