Paper Cups & Biodegradable Cups

You can order your water cooler cups right here

At Big Blue, we’re about making your life easy. So, if you’re in need of some new paper cups or biodegradable compostable cups for your office water cooler, no problem. Just click on the relevant links below, follow the prompts, and we’ll have your new water cups out to you in a flash.

Paper Cups

Use product code: BLUECUP

Features:

  • Standard paper cups
  • Boxes of 1,000 cups
  • Free delivery, anywhere in NZ

Biodegradable & Compostable Cups

Use product code: GREENCUP

Features:

  • PLA is a 100% biodegradable indigo resin made using corn, sourced from the world’s largest supplier in the USA. The PLA is laid as a waterproofing membrane over paper to produce a cup. This replaces the traditional PE membrane which is oil based and found on most paper cups.
  • The paper used is FSC certified meaning it is sourced from renewable forests
  • Inks are biodegradable vegetable oil based
  • Our green Cups have been approved for the NZ Waste Compost Standard 4454
  • Boxes of 1,000 cups
  • Free delivery, anywhere in NZ
  • For more information please visit gcup.co.nz

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Paper Cups FAQ's

Big Blue offers two main types: standard paper cups (BLUECUP) and biodegradable/compostable cups (GREENCUP), both sold in boxes of 1,000 and delivered free anywhere in NZ.

The GREENCUP option is made from PLA, a 100% biodegradable resin from corn, and is certified to the NZ Waste Compost Standard 4454. The paper is FSC certified and inks are vegetable-based, making these cups ideal for eco-conscious businesses.

To order, select the desired product and use the code BLUECUP for standard cups or GREENCUP for biodegradable options. Ordering is streamlined online, with fast dispatch and free nationwide delivery.

Big Blue’s water cooler cups are standard size (approx. 200ml or 7oz), designed to fit all office water coolers and compatible dispensers commonly used in NZ.

Yes, Big Blue supplies paper cups for both ongoing use and one-off events or meetings, such as conferences or short-term office requirements.

Free delivery is included on all orders, regardless of quantity, and bulk rates may be available for very large orders—contact Big Blue for details.

The biodegradable cups use PLA (made from renewable corn) for waterproofing, replacing traditional oil-based liners, and are fully compostable under NZ standards. Even the inks are vegetable oil-based and fully biodegradable.

Yes—while designed primarily for water coolers, the cups are suitable for one use with both hot and cold water, making them versatile for a range of office or event needs.