About
Loop Biotech, headquartered in Delft, Netherlands, pioneers a new category of sustainable end-of-life products grown from mycelium (mushroom root networks). Their flagship product, the Loop Living Cocoon™, is the world's first mushroom coffin — entirely free of glue or plastic, fully biodegradable, and designed to return the body's nutrients to the earth. The Loop EarthRise™ is a mushroom urn that allows cremated remains to enrich soil, while the Loop ForestBed™ serves as a biodegradable carrier for natural burials. They also offer Loop FurEver™ for pets. All products are certified for natural burial, traditional burial, and cremation, and have won multiple awards in the funeral and sustainability sectors. Loop Biotech ships same-day across Europe and North America and is endorsed by funeral directors, ecologists, and natural burial experts. The company also runs factory tours and an ambassador program, and is opening investment opportunities for individual investors. Their mission is to transform the funeral industry from one that depletes the earth to one that actively enriches nature and ecosystems.
Key Features
- Mycelium-Based Coffins & Urns: Products grown entirely from mushroom mycelium — no glue, no plastic — creating a living burial vessel that actively returns nutrients to the soil.
- Multiple Product Lines: Offers the Loop Living Cocoon™ (coffin), Loop EarthRise™ (urn), Loop ForestBed™ (carrier), and Loop FurEver™ (pet burial), covering a full range of end-of-life needs.
- Multi-Burial Certified: All products are certified for natural burial, traditional burial, and cremation, ensuring compatibility with diverse funeral preferences and regulations.
- Same-Day Shipping Across Europe & North America: Products are in stock and ship same day, making them accessible for both pre-planning and immediate funeral needs.
- Funeral Industry Partnerships: Loop Biotech offers a partner program, factory tours, and a partner toolkit to help funeral directors and cemeteries integrate sustainable options into their services.
Use Cases
- Families seeking an eco-friendly and biodegradable alternative to conventional coffins for a loved one's burial.
- Individuals pre-planning their own funeral and wishing to leave a positive environmental legacy.
- Natural burial grounds and cemeteries looking to offer sustainable certified burial products.
- Funeral directors wanting to modernize their offerings with award-winning, eco-certified products.
- Pet owners seeking a natural, biodegradable burial option for their deceased animals.
Pros
- Environmentally Enriching: Unlike conventional coffins that use varnish, metal, and plastics, Loop's products actively enrich soil and support local ecosystems after burial.
- Award-Winning & Expert-Endorsed: Recognized by sustainability and funeral industry experts, with 5/5 Google reviews and endorsements from ecologists and funeral professionals.
- Ready to Ship: Products are available in stock with same-day shipping, making them practical for both advance planning and immediate funeral arrangements.
Cons
- Premium Price Point: Mycelium-based products are likely priced higher than conventional coffins, which may be a barrier for some families.
- Limited to Funeral Use Case: The product range is narrowly focused on end-of-life applications, with no broader lifestyle or sustainability product offerings.
- Regulatory Variability: Natural burial regulations vary by country and region, which may limit where Loop products can be legally used.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a mushroom coffin?
A mushroom coffin, like the Loop Living Cocoon™, is a burial vessel grown from mycelium (mushroom root networks). It contains no glue, varnish, or plastic, and actively breaks down after burial, returning nutrients to the soil.
Are Loop Biotech products certified for traditional burial?
Yes. All Loop Biotech products are certified for natural burial, traditional burial, and cremation, making them compatible with most funeral arrangements across Europe and North America.
Where does Loop Biotech ship?
Loop Biotech delivers across Europe and North America, with same-day shipping on in-stock products.
Do they offer products for pets?
Yes, the Loop FurEver™ is a mycelium-based funeral product specifically designed for pet burials.
Can funeral directors partner with Loop Biotech?
Yes, Loop Biotech has a dedicated partner program that includes a partner toolkit, factory tours, and event presence support for funeral homes and cemeteries looking to offer sustainable options.
