The cutting board. [Reinvented]. T h e   c u t t i n g   b o a r d .   R e i n v e n t e d .

BitByBit doesn’t shed harmful microplastics, so nothing unwanted ends up in your food, or your body. Just clean, natural material, meal after meal.

The cutting board. [Reinvented]. T h e   c u t t i n g   b o a r d .   R e i n v e n t e d .

BitByBit doesn’t shed harmful microplastics, so nothing unwanted ends up in your food, or your body. Just clean, natural material, meal after meal.

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Take a bite T T a a k k e e   a a   b b i i t t e e

Other boards create problems. We [solve] them. O t h e r   b o a r d s   c r e a t e   p r o b l e m s .   W e   s o l v e   t h e m .

Microplastics, every slice

Every scratch releases plastic into your food.
Wood traps bacteria

Moisture hides, bacteria thrive deep in the cuts.
Glass dulls your knives.

Hard surfaces damage your blades fast.

Built for daily use B u i l t   f o r   d a i l y   u s e

No persistent microplastics
Particles break down naturally.

Knife-Friendly Surface
Gentle on your knives.

Dishwasher Safe
Easy to clean. Ready again.

100% PHA
Made from nature, not fossil fuels.

Choose your shade of [nature] C h o o s e   y o u r   s h a d e   o f   n a t u r e

Crumb

Dune

Trace

Mist
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FAQs F A Q s

Does it really leave no microplastics behind?

Yes. Traditional plastic boards shed microplastics that stay in your food, your body, and the environment. BitByBit is made from PHA, a material designed to break down naturally.

The particles released during use don’t persist. They are processed by natural systems, instead of accumulating. That’s the difference.
What is PHA?

BitByBit is made from 100% PHA (polyhydroxyalkanoate).

It’s a biopolymer produced by microorganisms through natural fermentation.

Unlike conventional plastics, it’s designed to return to nature after use. In simple terms: plastic, reimagined.
Is it really biodegradable?

Yes, but not in a “disappears overnight” way.


BitByBit breaks down in natural environments where microorganisms are present, like soil or compost. You can put it in compost, but it takes time. Bacteria need to grow and do their work.

In the body, PHA is processed by natural systems and ultimately converted into CO₂ and water. No shortcuts. No greenwashing.
Is it dishwasher safe?

Absolutely.

Even though PHA is designed to be broken down by microorganisms, that only happens in environments where they have time to grow and stay active, like soil, compost, or the body.

A dishwasher is the opposite. It’s hot, fast, and chemically active. There’s no stable environment for bacteria to grow, and no time for them to do their work.
Is it safe for my knives and food?

Yes, the surface is non-porous, so it doesn’t absorb liquids or bacteria. It’s easy to clean and fully dishwasher safe.


PHA is slightly softer than traditional plastic, which makes it gentler on your knives, helping them stay sharp longer.
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When I learned that plastic cutting boards can release microplastics into our food, I couldn’t ignore it.

A cutting board is one of the most used tools in every kitchen, yet the options we had all came with compromises.

BitByBit started with one simple idea: the tools in our kitchen should work with nature, not against it.

If we could redesign something as everyday as a cutting board, we could start making a real difference — bit by bit.

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Wessel Schönekerl – Founder BitByBit

From my expertise in microplastic toxicology, I know how important material choice is in the discussion around plastic pollution.

PHA is a bio-based polymer that is biodegradable under suitable conditions. I consider the development of materials like this an interesting step toward reducing persistent fossil-based plastics in consumer applications.

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Dr. Annemijne van den Berg – Researcher

When I first came in touch with BitbyBit, I was honored to start working on this application. PHA represents a perfect material choice for a cutting board.

Nevertheless, going from an idea to a full produceable product, required strong cooperation with PHA producers, designers, materials scientists, injection molding companies, R&D labs and many more.

I’m quite proud that after 2 years and a steep learning curve the results were
beyond our expectations. With this cutting board we hope to show the world that Plastics Have Alternatives (PHA).

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Ruud Rouleaux – Helian Polymers B.V.

When I learned that plastic cutting boards can release microplastics into our food, I couldn’t ignore it.

A cutting board is one of the most used tools in every kitchen, yet the options we had all came with compromises.

BitByBit started with one simple idea: the tools in our kitchen should work with nature, not against it.

If we could redesign something as everyday as a cutting board, we could start making a real difference — bit by bit.

Image
Wessel Schönekerl – Founder BitByBit

From my expertise in microplastic toxicology, I know how important material choice is in the discussion around plastic pollution.

PHA is a bio-based polymer that is biodegradable under suitable conditions. I consider the development of materials like this an interesting step toward reducing persistent fossil-based plastics in consumer applications.

Image
Dr. Annemijne van den Berg – Researcher

When I first came in touch with BitbyBit, I was honored to start working on this application. PHA represents a perfect material choice for a cutting board.

Nevertheless, going from an idea to a full produceable product, required strong cooperation with PHA producers, designers, materials scientists, injection molding companies, R&D labs and many more.

I’m quite proud that after 2 years and a steep learning curve the results were
beyond our expectations. With this cutting board we hope to show the world that Plastics Have Alternatives (PHA).

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Ruud Rouleaux – Helian Polymers B.V.