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Dateline: Wire Chronicle BureauCoating made from renewable plant-based materials could simplify recycling while reducing exposure to microplastics
The lining in traditional disposable coffee cups can release plastic particles and be difficult to recycle, but a new plant-based coating can eliminate these issues with your morning brew.
Aarav SenguptaSenior National Correspondent • Wire Chronicle
Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM•1 min read

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The lining in traditional disposable coffee cups can release plastic particles and be difficult to recycle, but a new plant-based coating can eliminate these issues with your morning brew.
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