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Sustainability

About Our Latex

We take great pride in the origin of our raw materials. Our latex partner provides housing, schools, hospitals, and community centers for tens of thousands of individuals across their plantations. They work alongside community members to identify opportunities for education and growth by supporting local farmers to reforest degraded land and develop sustainable farms as well as supporting the socio-economic development of local and indigenous communities neighboring their plantations.

Pioneer Latex Balloons are NOT Plastic

Pioneer’s latex balloons are continually tested and proven to be made with Natural Rubber Latex as the only polymer. No other polymers or plastics are added or present.

Latex and Biodegradability

Pioneer's latex balloons are made from Natural Rubber Latex (NRL), which is an organic material — not plastic — and we source our raw latex from sustainably managed farms. NRL  is a natural polymer and is biodegradable. We understand the definition of biodegradability for many people has been evolving over time and there are extreme differences of opinions (i.e., is it time based, standards based, etc.). When we began using the term many years ago, we based our assertion simply on the dictionary definition of the word biodegradable: “capable of decaying through the action of living organisms: biodegradable paper; biodegradable detergent.” Our product clearly meets that definition.

Responsible Use of Balloons

Pioneer has been at the forefront of the public campaign to educate balloon artists and consumers about the responsible use of balloons. As a current member of CRC ( Coalition for Responsible Celebration ) , which “advances the sustainability of the Celebration Industry and prom otes the value of joy - inspiring party products ”, Pioneer’s commitment continues. The Celebration Industry has long advocated for the widespread education of consumers to protect the environment and ensure proper use and disposal of balloons and celebration products. The Coalition’s efforts are having an impact. According to data from the International Coastal Cleanup® (ICC), balloons account for less than 1% of all debris found during beach cleanups in the U.S. since 2015.

Fast Facts

  • Pioneer's latex balloons are made from Natural Rubber Latex (NRL).
  • Latex is harvested by tapping the rubber tree in a manner that does not harm the tree.
  • Each tree — and there are billions — consumes CO², thus reducing global warming.
  • When latex is processed, each part of the product is used.
  • After the tree no longer produces latex, it is harvested, and its wood is turned into lumber.
  • Each year mature trees are tapped, old trees are harvested, new trees are planted, and CO² is consumed