Pioneering a 100% Hemp-Based music Record
Step 1 : 100% Hemp Sleeves (Plastic-Free, Fully Compostable)
Status: available on the market
Hemp Records has developed the world's first stitched 100% hemp-based vinyl record sleeves / LP covers.
Unlike traditional tree based paper or plastic sleeves / LP covers, our hemp paper sleeves provide:
- 100% Tree-Free: Made entirely from 100% sustainable hemp paper.
- No Glue : Stitched seams for strength and durability.
- Fully Biodegradable: Completely compostable with zero plastic waste.
- Stronger & More Resilient: Tougher than traditional paper sleeves.
By switching to hemp sleeves, vinyl collectors and record labels can help revolutionize the
industry while reducing their environmental footprint.
Step 2: No-Bake 100% Hemp Centre Labels
Status: available on the market
Hemp Records has developed the world's first 100% hemp-based center labels for vinyl
records pressing purpose.
Unlike traditional centre labels, that need to be baked in the oven like a pizza for hours prior press, our 100% hemp paper labels provide:
- No Baking Required: Reduces energy use for pressing plants and speeds up production while eliminating all toxic fumes and smoke that is produced by baking ink and chemicals present in traditional tree based paper used for this purpose for decades..
- Superior chemical free bond with PVC: Ensures a perfect seal during pressing.
- No Bubbling, Cracking, or Tearing: Maintains flawless adhesion and durability.
- 100% Plastic-Free & Biodegradable: Eco-friendly and sustainable.
With this innovation, pressing plants can reduce costs, improve quality, and make vinyl
production greener than ever.
Final Step: Developing 100% Hemp-Based PVC
Status: in development
Hemp Records is actively developing a 100% hemp-based PVC for vinyl records.
- Made from renewable hemp sources.
- Functions just like traditional PVC but with a lower environmental footprint.
- The final step in creating the world's first fully hemp-based music record.
This innovation will complete our vision of the Hemprecord - a music record made entirely from hemp.