USDA Certified Biobased
Independently lab-verified: 98% biobased content in the loofah, 100% in the packaging. A federal certification, not a marketing claim.
Plastic-Free
No synthetic microplastics, ever. Just plant-based loofah and recyclable paper materials.
Compostable
Toss them in your home or industrial compost — they return to the earth, not the landfill.
Biodegradable
Everything breaks down naturally over time, leaving no microplastics or lasting waste behind.
100% Plant-Based
Made entirely from natural loofah plant fiber — no synthetic ingredients, just pure plant power.
Which sponge do you need?
Loofah is a scrubber — coarse texture for baked-on food, cookware, cast iron, and sinks. Cellulose is a soaker — soft and absorbent for countertops, glassware, spills, and finished surfaces. Most households keep both. Both compost.
See exactly how it works — wet it, scrub it, throw it away.
Why Scrub & Throw
Loofah solves a problem every household still has: keep using a sponge that's gone sour, or throw plastic into a landfill every week. It's a gourd — you grow it, dry it, cut it, and it scrubs harder than foam. When it's done, it goes back into the ground. No microplastics, no guilt, no ceremony.
We're the team now carrying that idea forward — a small family-run operation in Florida. We earned the USDA Certified Biobased status because "eco-friendly" is a word anyone can print on a box, and we wanted proof instead.
Frequently asked questions
What is the return policy?
We want every purchase to work out. If something's not right, email support@scrubandthrow.com and we'll make it right.
How long does one sponge last?
Three to five days of regular kitchen use, which is roughly when any sponge stops being sanitary. Ours is cheap enough and compostable enough that swapping it doesn't feel wasteful.
When will I get my order?
We ship via standard carrier, with most orders processed within 1–2 business days. Right now we ship within the US only.
What does "USDA Certified Biobased" mean?
It's a federal program that requires third-party lab testing of carbon content. Our loofah tested at 98% biobased and our packaging at 100%. It's verified, not self-declared.
How much does shipping cost?
Free on orders over $35. Below that, shipping is calculated at checkout based on your order and location.