ChopValue Boston

ChopValue Boston is the local microfactory of ChopValue, a company that turns discarded chopsticks into furniture, gifts and interior features. Chopsticks collected from local businesses are compressed with proprietary technology into a dense composite that the company says is harder than maple, stronger than oak and as durable as teak. ChopValue’s product lines include tables, seating, desks, wall paneling, signage and home decor for businesses, offices and households.

The Charlestown microfactory diverts about 20 tons of material a year from local landfills, and ChopValue describes its products as carbon-neutral to carbon-negative. The model rests on a network of local microfactories, so items are made and distributed as close to the customer as possible. Beyond standard pieces, the team works with clients on custom designs for hospitality and office spaces, with commercial finishes that add resistance to water, sunlight and chemicals.

What to Know

• The Boston operation is a certified B Corp and is women- and minority-owned.
• ChopValue has been named Best For The World: Environment since its first year as a B Corp.
• The company’s work was featured in a BBC StoryWorks film series made in collaboration with WWF.
• The company pitches its carbon-saving furniture as a way for businesses to reduce Scope 3 emissions.