PaperMate launches biodegradable products

OAK BROOK, Ill. Writing instrument maker PaperMate is going green.

The new Paper Mate Biodegradable products are the latest step in Paper Mate's ongoing commitment to the environment. Paper Mate also offers an existing line of products made from recycled sources, and recently introduced an innovative new upcycling program to find new ways to repurpose otherwise throwaway writing instruments.

"When you write with a Paper Mate Biodegradable pen or pencil, you can do your part to help protect our planet," said Kanan Banerjee, director of marketing for Paper Mate."Paper Mate Biodegradable pens and pencils make going green simple, easy and affordable."

The Paper Mate Biodegradable pen comes in black, blue, red or purple ink and retails for about $1.70. The mechanical pencil is available in 0.5mm or 0.7mm lead sizes and retails for about $2.70. Both are available wherever Paper Mate office products are sold.