FAQ - Does R-tea Offer Eco-Friendly Packaging?

Yes — R-tea is proud to use eco-friendly packaging. For us, sustainability isn’t an afterthought; it’s part of how we run our business. From the pouches your tea arrives in to the tape that seals your parcel, every detail is designed to reduce waste and support the environment. What Makes R-tea Packaging Eco-Friendly?

Paper pouches – All of our tea pouches are made from paper and can go straight into your kerbside paper recycling, making it easy for customers to dispose of them responsibly.

Recyclable gift tubes – Our gift tubes are crafted from sturdy cardboard and are 100% recyclable, so they look beautiful and tread lightly on the planet.

Plastic-free tape – We seal every parcel with paper packing tape, avoiding unnecessary plastics altogether.

Environmentally friendly shipping - we ship all teas in cardboard boxes and use woodwool filling,

Planet-positive impact – 5% of all sales are donated to the Forest of Avon to plant trees. This helps offset our packaging footprint and supports a truly circular model.

Recyclable cardboard gift tubes

Why This Matter?

Tea comes from nature, and we believe our packaging should respect that. By choosing sustainable packaging, we keep our footprint small while giving customers simple, practical recycling solutions. The fact that every purchase also contributes to reforestation means your cup of tea actively helps restore the environment.

Our Ongoing Commitment

We see packaging as part of a bigger sustainability journey. As new materials and innovations become available, we’ll keep improving — always aiming for packaging that protects your tea, looks great, and has as little impact on the planet as possible.

Quick Answer - Does R-tea offer eco-friendly packaging?

Yes. R-tea uses paper pouches that fit kerbside recycling, recyclable cardboard gift tubes, and plastic-free paper tape. On top of that, 5% of every sale is donated to the Forest of Avon to plant trees, making our packaging part of a circular, eco-friendly model.