Hippo Ecokins

About this item

Ecokins plush is made from 100% post-consumer recycled water bottles PET and recycled paper that saves energy and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. Wild Republic continues the company’s promise to the planet, by reducing the amount of plastic waste effecting our environment. We are focused on reducing the 60 million single use water bottles used every day from going to the landfill. How do we make the adorable Ecokins stuffed animals from water bottles? First, the water bottles are shredded, cleaned, sanitized and melted. Then the fibers are spun into an ultra-soft fabric yarn. The fabric, fiber fill and sewing thread are made from this repurposed material. You will not believe how soft and cuddly these stuffed animals are knowing they started as a water bottle. The embroidered eyes and nose are made from the recycled thread, which also makes them baby safe. In addition, we use recycled paper hangtags printed with soy ink and cotton string instead of plastic cord. Ecokins 12″ Hippo is made from 16 recycled water bottles. EcoKins is currently the only plush toy that is made from 100% post-consumer material. Wild Republic brand of toys and stuffed animals adhere to the strictest of toy safety standards worldwide.