Miniware Sip & Snack Bamboo Bowl & Cup Set

All Miniware tableware is made from natural bamboo, making it safe for both baby and the earth. When Miniware meets the end of its lifecycle, its safe to burn or break down in soil just like plants. Say no to the endless waste of short-term baby products, and let’s leave a clean world for our next generations!

Specifications

Materials

• Bowl, Cup & Cup Lid — plant based biodegradable and petroleum free PLA (40% Bamboo Fiber+ 40% Vegetable Starch + 20% Emulsion)
• Suction Foot — 100% Food grade silicone + PP Secure disk
• Bowl Lid & Straw — 100% Food grade silicone

Dimensions

• Bowl: 5.5 x 5.5 x 1.75(H) inches
• Cup with lid: 3.5in tall x 3in diameter
• Straw: 5.5″ long

Care: Dishwasher safe for daily use and up to 284 F/140 C

Safety: SGS and FDA approved; 100% non-toxic, all natural

Miniware Bamboo

If plate-banging, bowl-flinging and food on the floor is a common occurrence at your home, take a step closer. If you shudder at the thought of baby bowls collecting dust after a few months of use, then come huddle. We've got just the right thing for you.

MINIWARE, a range of modern and eco-friendly bamboo dishware that is designed for babies, big kids and beyond. All Miniware products come with a removable suction foot. So when your wee one outgrows the need for suctioned dishware, simply detach it and you may continue to use Miniware for years and years!

• Dishwasher safe for daily use and up to 284 F/140 C
• We use zero added chemicals to improve strength or durability
• Miniware is made from 100% natural and non-toxic materials, every part of the collection is FDA approved
• Our bamboo fiber comes from the process of making bamboo furniture and kitchenware, so there is nearly zero waste of material
• Using bamboo reduces the strain on natural resources, it’s the fastest growing plant on Earth!
• The bamboo fiber goes safely back into nature, it is biodegradable and also burns clean
• Natural bamboo is antibacterial keeping your child healthier and safe
• 40% bamboo fiber, 40% vegetable starch (from wheat and potato), 20% emulsion

What is the main difference between Miniware and other infant feeding tablewares?
It’s a complete and smart system for little self-feeders to grow with. The detachable suction foot helps children learn to feed themselves and comes off easily when they are ready to advance. The same suction foot attaches to different shapes perfect for all kind of foods and purposes. Great add-ons reduce the need for endless specialized and short lived products. Plus your little one can feel all grown-up with tableware that looks just like Mommy and Daddy’s. The modern shapes and sizes are stackable and portable, in natural colors that go harmoniously with your existing tableware. The most durable and natural bamboo fiber on the market

What is Miniware made of?
Miniware is made of all-natural products and all materials come from Nantou County which is home to one of the largest bamboo forests in Taiwan! Minware bamboo fibre comes from recycled bamboo furniture and kitchenware (things like chopsticks!) so there is nearly zero waste. Using bamboo reduces the strain on natural resources as its the fastest growing plant on Earth.

Is Miniware naturally colored?
Miniware Natural Bamboo color is undyed. All other color options (Cherry Blossom, Nordic Lake, Sandy Stone) are made from specially selected natural pigments.
Miniware does not color foods, nor does it release any substances under high temperature.

Is it normal that Miniware has a grainy or rough texture in some places?
Yes, totally normal! Some grains within the material extrude slightly from the surface and can feel rough because there is no additional chemicals and bamboo has natural variations in its grain size.

Bamboo fibre is a natural material. Does this mean that Miniware will be stained when used with strongly-colored foods?
Miniware is composed of 40% natural bamboo fiber, so if used frequently with strongly colored food staining may occur. However, in our tests when used with curry or sauce for a long time, the Miniware surface didn’t show significant color changes so don’t worry!

Why is there a glossy surface?
The shine occurs naturally during the molding process from heating the material at high pressure. The glossy surface is part of the material and not a coating. There is no added materials to make the surface shiny. 
This glossy surface also gives a sense of smoothness similar to ceramic, so parents do not have to worry about germs and bacteria hiding within Miniware.

Is it normal that the glossy surface becomes less shiny over time? Usually how long will it take to notice a change? 
Yes, it is perfectly normal. So. regular use may over time wear down the shiny surface. 
The area affected and time it takes to become noticeable depends on how the Miniware is being cleaned. We recommend washing Miniware with a regular soft sponge or in the dishwasher using a neutral detergent. The glossy surface should maintain around 4-6 months before it begins to slowly become less shiny.

Sometimes Miniware’s color is uneven, why does this happen?
Bamboo grown in summer and winter are different in color and can result in different color shading on the final product. As a natural consequence, colors vary slightly from batch to batch as Miniware is produced in small batches.

Why is Miniware slightly heavier than plastic or some other material bowls?
Miniware products have the optimal thickness for maximum durability. During prototyping we found if the bowl wall is too thin the product will become brittle after repeated cycles of heating and cooling, reducing the lifetime of the product.
The product weight improves feeding for little ones. With or without the suction foot the heavier weight reduces the chance of knocking bowls over and spilling food.

What is the purpose of the white ring in the suction foot?
The white ring prevents the suction foot from being released when kids push or pull on the product from side to side. Even without the ring, Miniware suction foot forms a tight seal but using the ring ensures a strong hold. The white polypropylene ring and silicone suction foot are both food grade level and safe even if accidentally ingested.

Is there an expiration date for bamboo fiber-based tableware?
There is no expiration date for bamboo fiber-based products. Their lifetime differs according to the user’s habits or usage, just like other tableware. Miniware designer's baby has been using samples for the last two years and the products quality has been proven by time and personal experience.

What surfaces can Miniware be used on?
Miniware can be used on any sufficiently smooth surface such as wood, glass, marble etc. When leaving the factory, the suction foot has been lightly covered with lime powder which prevents the silicone material from adhering. For the best results rinse the suction foot before first use.

How should Miniware be cleaned?
Miniware is dishwasher safe. If washing by hand, a regular soft sponge is best as the product surface can become scratched with a rough scrub sponge. Steel wool is not recommended.

Is Miniware microwave-safe?
Yes, Miniware is suitable in temperatures from -4°F to 284°F. Please do not microwave more than 1 min in an 800W Microwave oven. We recommend microwaving food in another container before transfering them into Miniware to feed babies and young children. This helps to cool the food and avoid burning babies’ mouth or hands with a hot bowl.

Can Miniware be sterilized using hot water?
All materials made of natural products experience softening when exposed to extended heating and can reduce the product lifetime. We suggest a maximum of 30 seconds of heat exposure when sterilizing Miniware.

How should Miniware be stored?
We recommend wiping after washing and then drying in open air. Avoid storing in damp locations. As Miniware is made from natural materials please avoid prolonged sun exposure.

How durable is Miniware?
Miniware is sturdy but not drop-proof or break-proof. If dropped from a sufficient height Miniware will be damaged, cracking rather than shattering into sharp pieces. Please use with care and avoid heavy pressure or sudden impacts. Please do not continue to use a broken product.