What does TerraSafe do?

TerraSafe Materials is a startup based in Youngsville, NC, dedicated to advancing the bioeconomy through innovative, plastic-free packaging solutions. The company develops biodegradable materials sourced from renewable resources to replace traditional petroleum-based plastics. With a focus on nature-inspired designs, TerraSafe aims for full compostability and cost-effectiveness in its products, targeting industries such as foodservice, retail food packaging, and agriculture. Founded with support from Big Idea Ventures’ Generation Food Rural Partners fund, TerraSafe has built a strong portfolio of technologies, licensing 25 patents from various universities. Its product offerings include Dōs™ PVA-Free Detergent Sheets, which dissolve completely in water without leaving plastic residues, and Droply™ Edible Pod Packaging, a fully dissolvable option for single-serve food and beverages. The company is actively scaling production and forming partnerships to enhance its impact in the market.