Our story
The WHY behind TAGE.
It started with a simple observation.TAGE was started by 2 professionals — Komal, a lawyer and Akshay, a CA — who, like many of us, often relied on takeaways during long working days. Over time, they began noticing something they couldn’t ignore: plastic waste piling up in bins, and plastic quietly making its way into the things we eat and use every day.When they started looking for better alternatives, they discovered a frustrating reality — many products marketed as “eco-friendly” still contained plastic, while restaurants had little access to a trusted source for genuinely compostable packaging.The idea travelled further. Our US partner Jesal, a CA too, joined us after seeing the same challenge unfold across the Atlantic — proving that the need for better packaging isn’t limited by geography.So, together they decided to revolutionise the packaging industry and make compostable packaging, free of conventional plastic the default and not the exception — for businesses and everyday consumers alike.
- Founded
- 2025
- Started in India, now Global
- Mumbai → US
- Kitchens supplied so far
- 15+
How it started
It started with our own takeaway orders.
Three friends, three careers: two chartered accountants and a lawyer. What we had in common was a lot of takeaway, and at some point we started seeing through the packaging. Containers labelled “eco-friendly”, cups labelled “biodegradable”.
Many of them had a thin plastic lining laminated onto the paper, invisible to layman. They weren’t compostable at all. It was plastic wearing paper’s reputation.
Restaurant owners have no easy way to check this, and no time to become materials experts on top of running a kitchen. So we check it for them. Since we couldn’t find a supplier we trusted, we became one.
“We weren’t trying to start a packaging company. We were trying to stop being lied to by one.”
The founders
The people behind your order.
We’re a small team. When you message TAGE, you’re usually talking to one of us.
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Komal Shah
Co-founder · Lawyer · Environment Enthusiast Mumbai“Plastic is cheap. Our health-care and waste disposal aren’t. It’s time to make sustainable the default”
What it means for youShe will guide you to the right material & assist menu mapping consultations.
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Akshay Mehta
Co-founder · Chartered Accountant · Chief of Finance Mumbai“True impact lies in solutions that are both planet-friendly and business-smart.”
What it means for youVolume pricing that works for your kitchen.
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Jesal Mehta
Co-founder · Chartered Accountant · USA Head Dallas, USA“Be the change you want to see in the world, I stand by it.”
What it means for youFrom Menu-mapping to deliveries, everything in the USA.
What happened next
From Mumbai to the World
Because sustainability should be accessible to all.
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2025
After a year-long research on materials
We started supplying truly sustainable packaging to some kitchens.
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Early 2026
Expanded our range of materials
Bagasse, areca leaf. coffee grounds and more, delivered to kitchens, cafés and caterers across India.
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Mid 2026
Starting in the US
We began our supply to the US Market.
How we check products
Nothing goes in our catalogue until it passes four checks.
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What is it really made of?
We check the material spec for hidden plastic linings, the most common trick in “eco-friendly” paper.
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Is the claim backed?
A compostable claim needs a certificate from a recognised body. No certificate, no listing.
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Does it survive a real kitchen?
Hot gravy, oil and a delivery ride. We test it before we sell it to you.
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Would we use it ourselves?
If it leaks, bends or smells, it doesn’t make the cut. We sell, only what we would use ourself.
What we’ll never stock
- Plastic-lined paper sold as eco-friendly
- Plastic-coated paper and board
- Anything we can’t back with a certificate
From our clients
A Word from Our Partners
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Restaurant & Catering Mumbai, India
“I think what makes TAGE unique is their work ethic and mindset. They are hard-working, co-operative, readily available on call, and genuinely committed to their mission. We've gone through our fair share of packaging vendors over the last 4 years of building Gracias Granny. Most were basically just hopping on the non-plastic packaging trend because of the government ban. But with TAGE, I figured out in the first meeting itself that they are genuinely committed to our planet.Wishing them the best.”
Gracias Granny
Rashmit Arora · Owner
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Corporate Office Mumbai, India
“We brought in coffee cups from TAGE, and they are exceptionally good—sturdy, reliable, and proof that sustainable choices don't mean compromising on quality. We have now placed our third order on them.But what truly sets TAGE apart is the passion behind it. Knowing Komal’s heart as an environmental enthusiast and lawyer who started this mission with the belief that every day we have a choice to make or break our planet makes using these products feel genuinely impactful. With Akshay keeping the structure tight and Jesal championing a greener future for the next generation, Team TAGE isn't just a packaging supplier; they are true partners in the fight for 'Planet over Plastic'.”
Hiten Techno Products Corporation
Hiten Jhaveri · Owner
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Corporate Office Mumbai, India
“We appreciate TAGE's approach to making sustainable alternatives accessible for our events. Their range of tableware & reliable support make them a valued partner. Their products are practical and we appreciate their commitment to making responsible choices easy & accessible.”
A.R.D Jewels
Anuj & Dimple Shah · Owner
Our first customers
Talk to a founder, not a sales team.
Tell us what you serve. We’ll suggest what to switch first and send one price, delivery included.
Have an innovative product? We’re happy to onboard you. Talk to our onboarding team