The Story Behind RAS
We started with a question:
“If paper cups are recyclable, why do they wash up on our beaches?”
“If paper cups are recyclable, why do they wash up on our beaches?”
Our founder, Rahil Sheth, went looking for answers,
- University of California
As a Biochemical Engineering graduate from the University of California, Rahil spent his former years in the US, studying and gaining work experience in the manufacturing industry, including a stint at a winery. These experiences fueled his intention to explore the manufacturing space in his home country, India.
- Mumbai, India
When he returned, a usual morning at a local beach left him both confused and curious. He noticed how the shoreline was covered in discarded paper cups. He wondered, if paper cups were recyclable, why did they show up as one of the most common forms of waste on our beaches? In fact, they contribute to the millions of tonnes of plastic floating in the oceans every year.
Upon research, he realised that we, as consumers, have been greenwashed into believing we are contributing to a cleaner world by using paper cups. But they were never entirely paper. They are lined with plastic, making them extremely difficult to recycle. When exposed to sunlight and heat, this layer releases methane into the atmosphere. It breaks down into microplastics that end up in our soil, water, and even our bodies.
When he joined his uncle’s printing business to assist with product development and research projects, finding an alternative to these plastic-coated cups became the instinctive next step. The in-house facilities for coating, printing, punching, and forming propelled this vision further and continue to be a core strength.
A study conducted by IIT Kharagpur and published in The Journal of Hazardous Materials indicates that just 15 minutes of exposure to a hot beverage can release up to 25,000 microplastics into a single 100 ml drink.
RAS Bio - The Inception
After four years of comprehensive research, RAS Bio FoodPack was born. A brand dedicated to eliminating single-use plastic-coated paper cups and building truly sustainable alternatives at scale.
In a price-sensitive market like India, the challenge was not only innovation but also to shift mindsets towards responsible choices. Today, RAS Bio Cups are trusted by leading brands across various sectors in India and abroad, including airlines, cafes, restaurants, caterers, QSRs, events, international distributors, and retail stores. The goal is simple: make plastic-free products the default, not the exception, and we are only getting started.
Plastic-Free
Coated with water-based aqueous coating with no plastic film or residue.
Truly Recyclable
Fully repulpable alongside regular paper waste, no industrial separation needed.
Certified & Safe
Recognized by US FDA, ISO 17088 compostable, and low-migration food-grade inks.
Functional
Withstands temperatures up to 100°C and is leak-tested for 24 hours.
Custom Printed
Features your branding with high-quality custom printing.
Range of Sizes
4 oz to 12 oz, suitable for every beverage and business.
Humans Of RAS
Mr. Bimal Mehta
Co-founder
With over three decades in the printing industry and multiple ventures to his name, Bimal brings experience, expertise, and wisdom to RAS. He sees sustainable packaging not as a trend but as a necessity, and he's made it his goal to stay ahead of the curve.
Mr. Rahil Sheth
Co-founder
A Biochemical Engineering graduate from the University of California, Rahil is a curious learner and a passionate founder. For him, sustainability isn't a fad but the need of the hour. With RAS, he has undertaken the responsibility of reducing the collective negative impact on the environment.
Aayushi Sheth
Head of Sales, Marketing & Strategy
From luxury holiday homes to B2B sustainable packaging, Aayushi's career has been anything but linear, and she wouldn't have it any other way. RAS reshaped her understanding of sustainability entirely, and today, she wears several hats and builds systems from the ground up, championing sustainable choices.
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