Can You Compost Hemp Shoes?

Awhile ago I contacted IPath to see if my hemp shoes are compostable. I kinda forgot about it, and they didn't return my call...that's okay. Being a shoe company with a hippie aesthetic, I figured this inquiry wouldn't be out of the question...however I probably sounded like a heckler. These shoes are insanely comfortable, but of course they aren't as durable as other materials. The plan, as you may remember, was to cut the hemp upper off of the rubber sole, grind it up and compost it. I called earlier this week, and I got into a lengthy chat with the dude. He said he spoke with the manufacturer, and they advised against composting them. I was right - the dyes in the shoe contain something sketchy. It's all how…

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Clothing You Can Compost? (article)

I have a pair of really messed up hemp shoes...it's getting to the point where I'm considering cutting the sole off and shredding the hemp upper to see if I can compost it. I contacted the company to see what dyes were used in making the shoe.  Super friendly customer service, but no response as promised.  Sadly, I think I freaked them out with what would be considered a not-so-average question.  I'm going to try calling again, and if no response, I'll just call again.  I bought hemp shoes because they're more sustainably grown and way more comfy to boot...they just don't last as long. In the meantime, I found this article I liked pertaining to composting all types of fabric.  I haven't found much success with composting fabric, i.e.…

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