This startup manufactures backpacks and accessories from recycled ocean plastics, specifically utilizing the PET fraction to create durable products. By transforming waste materials into functional items, the company aims to reduce plastic pollution and promote marine ecosystem preservation.
Funding
$290K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Ocean plastic pollution poses a significant threat to marine ecosystems, harming wildlife and contaminating habitats. Traditional manufacturing processes often rely on virgin plastics, exacerbating the problem of plastic waste accumulation.
Solution
GOT BAG addresses ocean plastic pollution by creating backpacks, bags, and accessories from recycled Ocean Impact Plastic. The company partners with fishermen and coastal communities in Indonesia to recover discarded plastic waste. This collected plastic is then cleaned, sorted, processed, and transformed into high-performance yarn, which is used to manufacture a range of sustainable products. GOT BAG's approach not only reduces plastic waste but also supports local communities and promotes environmental awareness.
Target Audience
GOT BAG's products appeal to environmentally conscious consumers, travelers, students, and professionals seeking durable and stylish bags that contribute to ocean conservation.
Features
- Main fabric made of recycled Ocean Impact Plastic, lining recycled PET, buckles POM, webbings recycled PET, zipper recycled nylon
- Water-repellent fabric with PU backside and DWR face side coating
- PFAS and PVC free
- Two-year warranty
- Carbon neutral shipping across the US
- Features include laptop compartments, compression straps, bottle compartments, ergonomic shoulder straps, and adjustable chest straps, depending on the product