SUNRISE LANE CARES ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENT. Your order is packaged exclusively with biodegradable loose-fill. This material is starch based and non-toxic. It is static-free, reusable and compostable in your own backyard. It also provides excellent protection for your purchases. EASY WAYS TO DISPOSE OF THIS PACKING MATERIAL: Dissolve in water or put in your compost bin or bury in soil or simply put in in your trash (it will dissolve in the landfill) or reuse it. Special Requests We include a copy of our most current catalog with every order we send out. If you would like us not to include a catalog, let us know and we will make a note on your account.