The depths of the ocean — a reminder of the natural world Pure Form Solution works to protect
100% Compostable & Biodegradable

Our Story

How a shared vision for a plastic-free planet became a movement — and a company connecting people to sustainable, plant-based materials.

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Who We Are

Connecting People to Sustainable Plant-Based Materials

Pure Form Solution was built on a simple but powerful belief: that businesses shouldn't have to choose between quality products and environmental responsibility. We set out to prove that compostable, biodegradable alternatives could match conventional plastic in performance — and surpass it in impact.

Our product line — 100% sugarcane-derived compostable bottles, PHA biodegradable straws, and compostable utensils — represents the best of what plant-based science has to offer. Every item we produce is petroleum-free, fully compostable, and designed to return to the earth without a trace.

We are more than a supplier. We are a sustainability partner — helping eco-conscious businesses transition away from single-use plastic through end-to-end programs built around their brand, their goals, and their customers.

Why We Exist

The Problem Is Bigger Than You Think

Single-use plastic has created a global crisis — one that Pure Form Solution was founded to help solve.

88%

of the ocean's surface is polluted by PET plastic waste — contaminating marine ecosystems and entering the food chain.

14B lbs

of PET plastic waste enters our oceans every single year, with no sign of slowing under the current global system.

140°F+

inside unrefrigerated PET bottles in transit — leaching toxic chemicals directly into the beverages people consume.

PHA biodegradable bottles and compostable products from Pure Form Solution
What Drives Us

Our Values

These principles shape every product we develop, every partnership we form, and every decision we make.

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Planet First

Every decision we make starts with one question: is this better for the planet? From materials sourcing to product design, environmental impact guides everything.

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Science-Driven

We invest in proven, cutting-edge bioplastics technology — sugarcane-derived bottles, PHA straws, and compostable utensils backed by real science, not marketing claims.

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Partnership-Oriented

We work alongside businesses to make sustainability achievable. Our co-branded and white-label programs are designed to be as easy to adopt as they are impactful.

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Circular Thinking

We believe in a world where nothing goes to waste. Our products are designed to return to the earth — or find a second life as animal feed or 3D printing material.

The People Behind the Mission

Our Leadership Team

A team united by a shared mission — to make sustainable packaging the default, not the exception.

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Charlie Hodge

Chairman

Charlie brings decades of executive leadership and a deep commitment to environmental stewardship, guiding Pure Form Solution's long-term vision for a plastic-free future.

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Phil Patent

CEO

Phil drives the company's strategic direction, forging partnerships and scaling operations to bring compostable solutions to businesses across the country.

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Justin Hartley

President

Justin oversees day-to-day operations and product development, ensuring every compostable and biodegradable product meets the highest standards of quality and sustainability.

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Jim McGinnis

Director of Sales & Marketing

Jim leads Pure Form Solution's sales and marketing efforts, building relationships with businesses and driving awareness of sustainable packaging alternatives across key markets.

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Ready to Join the Movement?

Explore our compostable and biodegradable product line, or reach out to learn how we can build a sustainability program around your business.