Disposable diapers contribute significantly to landfill waste and take centuries to decompose, posing environmental hazards. Parents seek eco-friendly alternatives without compromising on convenience or effectiveness.

The MycoDigestible™ Diaper is a revolutionary solution to the environmental challenges posed by traditional disposable diapers. Made from unbleached cotton and sustainably sourced softwood fluff pulp, this premium diaper offers up to 12 hours of leak protection while being eco-conscious and sustainable. The diaper's hypoallergenic and dermatologically tested design ensures baby comfort without compromising on performance.

What sets the MycoDigestible™ Diaper apart is its innovative inclusion of a small “HIRO Pouch” containing dormant, plastic-eating fungi. This pouch, when added to a used diaper during disposal, activates the fungi upon exposure to moisture in a landfill. The fungi then secrete enzymes that break down the plastic components, significantly reducing the diaper's waste footprint.

Laboratory results have shown that the fungi in the MycoDigestible™ Diaper can colonize materials within just 21 days, with complete breakdown into a soil-like substance occurring within months under controlled conditions. By harnessing the natural decomposition capabilities of fungi, this diaper offers a no-compromise solution that supports both baby comfort and planetary health.

• Eco-conscious Materials: Constructed from unbleached cotton and sustainably sourced softwood fluff pulp.
• Leak Protection: Offers up to 12 hours of leak protection.
• Hypoallergenic and Dermatologically Tested: Ensures baby comfort and safety.
• Plastic-Eating Fungi: HIRO Pouch contains dormant fungi that break down plastic components.
• Waste Reduction: Dramatically reduces the waste footprint of traditional disposable diapers.
• Environmental Impact: Supports planetary health by reintegrating fungi's natural decomposition capabilities.

HIRO Technologies, based in Austin, Texas, is a venture-backed startup focused on sustainable solutions for single-use plastic waste. It developed the world’s first MycoDigestible™ diapers—high-performance products made from unbleached cotton and softwood pulp, enhanced with plastic‑eating fungi inside a companion pouch. After disposal, these fungi activate within weeks in typical landfill conditions, accelerating degradation by breaking plastic polymers into soil and mycelium. Co‑founded by Miki Agrawal (also known for THINX and TUSHY) and Tero Isokauppila (co‑founder of Four Sigmatic), HIRO brings together diaper engineers, mycologists, and eco‑minded parents. The company's mission is to turn diaper waste into nature’s reclamation cycle, reducing landfill impact and microplastic pollution. Their patented technology and award-winning approach mark a significant step toward a circular, environmentally friendly future.