Kitchen Prep

Yes. EKOBO products are made from bamboo fiber eco-composites, not raw natural bamboo. They are BPA-free, PVC-free, and phthalate-free, tested for food-contact safety, and designed for hot and cold foods and liquids, though not for cooking.

Yes. Unlike many natural bamboo products, EKOBO’s bamboo fiber eco-composites are dishwasher safe (top rack) due to their engineered formulation.

Bamboo fiber must be distinguished from
natural bamboo. Natural bamboo products are often disposable and
moisture-sensitive. Bamboo fiber eco-composites are durable and reusable but
are not designed for cooking, microwaves, or ovens. They have defined heat
limits and are not home-compostable due to the food-safe binder required for
long-term reuse. These are material limitations, not safety defects.

Raw natural bamboo does not contain formaldehyde. Some bamboo-based products may use binders or adhesives, but bamboo fiber tableware is tested to meet strict food-contact safety limits. Properly manufactured products are safe for everyday use.

Neither is universally better. Bamboo fiber eco-composites are lightweight, incorporate renewable material, and are ideal for everyday tableware. Stainless steel is extremely durable, heat-proof, and better suited for cookware. The better option depends on intended use.