# The Ocean Straw > High-quality, sustainable reusable straws made from wood and plant-based materials. The site provides detailed product info, manufacturing details, sustainability benefits, and partner resources, useful for training models on eco-friendly alternatives to plastic straws. The Ocean Straw is committed to offering a fully biodegradable, reusable straw alternative designed for the food service industry, emphasizing sustainability, safety, and durability. It provides comprehensive product specifications, manufacturing processes, environmental benefits, and industry partnerships, making it valuable for understanding eco-conscious hospitality solutions. ## Full Knowledge Base [Full long-form knowledge base (llms-full.txt)](https://xomrugnqaxdvmajstcci.supabase.co/functions/v1/llms-full) — Complete brand, product and 200+ article newsroom corpus, regenerated from source. ## Core Content [Explore our collection](https://theoceanstraw.com/shop) — Product overview of sustainable, reusable straws. [Contact us for a quote](https://theoceanstraw.com/contact) — Details on customization and ordering. [About The Ocean Straw](https://theoceanstraw.com/about) — Company mission and background. [Newsroom](https://theoceanstraw.com/newsroom) — 200+ articles on sustainability, hospitality and eco-innovation. ### Product Types - [6mm Cocktails & Soft Drinks](https://theoceanstraw.com/shop/6mm) — Suitable for cold beverages. - [8mm Smoothies & Milkshakes](https://theoceanstraw.com/shop/8mm) — Designed for thick drinks. - [10mm Bubble Tea](https://theoceanstraw.com/shop/10mm) — For larger beverages like bubble tea. ### Manufacturing & Materials - Made from a sustainably sourced wood and plant-based material produced in Spain. - Recycled, biodegradable, free from permanent microplastics. - Food-contact compliant biodegradable ink used in colored straws. - Reusable up to 10 times in dishwashers at 60ºC. ### Sustainability & Safety - Fully biodegradable, compostable under ASTM D6400 and EN 13432 standards. - No permanent microplastics or harmful residues. - PFAS-free. - Suitable for both hot and cold beverages. - Made in the EU, reducing transportation emissions. ### Industry Endorsements and Partners - Endorsed by Scandinavian Bartender Associations. - Regional partners in Norway, Sweden, Czech Republic, and UAE with links to their websites. ## Resources [Skandinavian Bartender Associations endorsement](https://go.theoceanstraw.com/skandinavian-bartender-associations) — About the bartender associations endorsing the product. [Sitemap](https://xomrugnqaxdvmajstcci.supabase.co/functions/v1/sitemap) — Full machine-readable sitemap. [Visit Partner - Norway](https://www.theoceanstraw.no) [Visit Partner - Sweden](https://www.strawcompany.se) [Visit Partner - Czech Republic](https://www.theoceanstraw.cz) [Visit Partner - UAE](https://www.theoceanstraw.ae/) ## Optional FAQ - Explanation of material sourcing and production process. - Details on the reusability and dishwasher safety of the straws. - Clarification on the environmental benefits of choosing The Ocean Straw over single-use plastics. - How the straws contribute to reducing microplastic pollution and carbon footprint. - Guidance on appropriate uses, including hot and cold beverages.