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Currently, we are not allowed to offer organic goods due to a lack of organic certification. Many of our items are organic and we are aiming for organic certification in the future to be able to advertise them as such.

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What is environmentally friendly about packaging?2021-12-25T02:28:16+01:00

Good question! We firmly believe in the credo: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.

Therefore, we currently offer two packages:

Cardboard cans

The chic tins are handmade and are made of cardboard. The core of the sleeve is made of recycled paper. After use, you can refill them or simply dispose of them in the paper trash. The cans are of course food safe and plastic free.

The cans are made of only one material (paper). Thus, recycling is particularly easy. The use of already recycled paper in the cans also reduces the environmental footprint. A round thing, we think.

Reclosable bags

We rely on garden compostable and 100% plastic-free bags. And they are honestly good! These high quality bags are made in the EU and become compost after 180 days. This has also been confirmed by the TÜV. And the bags are also practical to reseal. The bags are made of cellulose, paper and starch.

We fill our shipping boxes only with paper material or floppies made of corn starch. Both can be recycled and are 100% plastic free.

And what about our tea accessories? Well, here, unfortunately, possibly (recyclable) plastic is used in the packaging, so that these arrive safely at your home. Unfortunately, this cannot be done any other way at present. As part of our transparency, we show you exactly how each item is packaged on the product pages.

 

We pay attention to sustainability in all steps and especially the elimination of plastic wherever possible. Not everywhere we have reached where we would like to go. But be sure: we will continue to do our best to further improve the packaging materials.

How can I dispose of the cans?2022-04-26T13:07:01+02:00

Please dispose of the cans in the paper trash. There, the paper fibers can be recycled and you give new life to the raw material.

What is the shelf life of my tea?2022-04-26T13:05:19+02:00

When stored appropriately (cool, dry, away from sun & away from odorous substances), flavored teas have a shelf life of 18 months. Teas without flavoring can still be enjoyed after 24 months.

Tea is a dry and shelf-stable food that is often edible well after the best-before date. Look at the tea, smell and taste it before you throw it away. However, the longer tea is stored, the weaker the aroma becomes. Teas without flavoring may react with the surrounding air and change your taste.

Is grass paper sustainable?2023-05-10T08:43:05+02:00

And how! Compared to normal paper made from virgin fibers, grass paper saves 99% water and 95% CO₂ in production. Grass paper is grown relatively regionally (compared to wood). This saves transport distances.

How do you protect my data?2023-07-14T11:38:38+02:00

Your data should remain your data! We take the protection of your data very seriously. Therefore, we have taken a variety of measures, including:

  1. We collect as little data as possible to fulfill your order.
  2. Our external service providers for order processing, payment processing, accounting and hosting as well as our marketing platform are based within the EU and are subject to the strict data protection laws of the European Union.
  3. All connections between you and us are secured with SSL encryption.
  4. We do not use Google Analytics, as your personal data would be sent to the USA without your consent. Instead, we use our own analytics tool to protect your privacy. The data collected from the analysis is stored in Germany and helps us to make True Tea better for you.
  5. Your payment data is not stored on our server, but at Mollie. Mollie is a European company that specializes in payment processing.
  6. We make it necessary to choose a strong password when creating an account.

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact us.

For more information about privacy, please see our Privacy Policy.

How can I dispose of the bags?2023-05-07T00:15:57+02:00

Optimally: in your own compost! Within 180 days, the bags decompose completely.

If you don’t have compost, you can also dispose of them in the trash. Here you can see what happens to your bag:

  • In the organic waste garbage can, the bag is composted if it is correctly identified by the disposal company. If not, it is burned or goes to a landfill.
  • In the recycling garbage can, the bag is sorted out and incinerated.
  • The bag is also incinerated in the residual waste.
  • In nature, the bag is composted and a source of food for organisms. Important: Please do not dispose of bags in the environment!
Where does the tea come from?2021-12-26T01:12:57+01:00

The components of the blends as well as the teas themselves come from different countries. Regular on-site visits of our pre-supplier as well as the long-standing cooperation with plantations allow highest quality standards and ensure highest quality as well as environmentally and socially compatible cultivation. Of course, quality is also regularly checked in laboratory tests and by on-site audits. After all, trust is good, but control is better!

Can I return items?2022-02-23T13:07:11+01:00

Yes, you can. We offer you free exchange/return 14 days after receiving the goods. Just contact us by mail.

Are the bags really garden compostable?2022-06-27T21:25:41+02:00

Yes! This has even been confirmed by the TÜV. The bags decompose in a natural environment within 180 days. And completely without pollutants. Super, isn’t it?

You can find more details here.

What makes the cans so sustainable?2022-04-26T13:07:37+02:00

The cans are made of 100% paper and do not contain any plastic. Thus, they are easily recyclable. The core of the sleeve is made of 100% recycled paper. This again significantly reduces the ecological footprint.

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