6.7" TPLA Compostable Ribbed Knife - No Added PFAS, Knives for Hot & Cold Foods | World Centric®
Ditch single-use plastics without compromising performance. This 6.7" World Centric® knife features plant-based TPLA construction — a plant-based resin blending 70% non-GMO corn with 30% talc — delivering the durability your kitchen demands while breaking down completely in commercial composting facilities. The ribbed design prevents slipping during service. Perfect for food trucks, restaurants, delis, and high-volume events seeking eco-friendly certified compostable alternatives that don't sacrifice functionality.
🔥 Heat tolerance: Suitable for hot foods and liquids up to 200°F — more heat-resistant than standard PLA utensils.
A reliable, heat-resistant alternative to plastic utensils — designed for food service businesses that need compostable cutlery that performs.
🔗 Pair with World Centric® spoons and forks for a complete service.
✅ Certified Compostable: CMA · NSF · USDA Biobased · PFAS-Free
🍽️ FDA Approved food safe
Key Benefits
- 🌱 Made from plant-based TPLA (renewable materials)
- 🔥❄️ Suitable for both hot and cold foods (up to 200°F)
- 🚫 No Added PFAS
- ✅ Certified compostable (CMA & NSF)
- 🌾 USDA Biobased certified
- ✅ FDA approved food-safe
- 🛒 Available in retail packs and bulk wholesale cases
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are these utensils compostable?
Yes — made from TPLA and certified compostable in commercial composting facilities where available.
Are they suitable for hot foods?
Yes — TPLA utensils are designed to handle hot foods better than standard PLA utensils, and are suitable for hot foods and liquids up to 200°F.
Looking for PFAS-free compostable packaging?
Manufactured without intentionally added PFAS, designed to meet evolving food-service sustainability standards.
What types of food are these best for?
Ideal for full meals, including hot dishes, takeout, catering, and events.
Ideal For
- Restaurants
- Catering & events
- Food trucks
- Cafés & delis
- Hospitality
- Eco-conscious consumers & households
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Length | 6.7" |
| Dimensions | L 6.7" × W 0.7" × H 0.1" |
| Material | TPLA (70% non-GMO corn, 30% talc) |
| Design | Ribbed — anti-slip grip |
| PFAS | No Added PFAS |
| Max Temperature | 200°F |
| Certifications | CMA, NSF, USDA Biobased, FDA Approved |
| SKU | UT-02-KN-06 |
| MPN | KN-PS-6L |
| Vendor | World Centric® |
| Retail Pack Count | 100 units |
| Bulk Case Count | 1,000 units |
| Case Weight | 10.14 lbs |
| Case Dimensions | L 11.8" × W 7.3" × H 7.3" |
Shipping
Smaller quantities ship via UPS or USPS. Large bulk orders may ship via freight. Contact us for delivered pricing on multiple cases.
Not ready to order? Order a free sample kit — touch and test before you commit.
Shipping
Ordering multiple cases? Contact us for delivered pricing.
Smaller quantities typically ship via UPS/USPS. Large bulk orders may ship via freight for best value. Delivered pricing is available to wholesale customers based on quantity and location.