It's very important to note that not all packing peanuts are created equal. In fact, a majority of them are still made from styrofoam, which you do not want to eat. According to the National ...

an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional foam packing peanuts. Made from potato starch, these dissolvable materials are designed to break down in water and soil, reducing waste.

The Montgomery County Council, following the lead of the District and other localities, voted Tuesday to ban polystyrene containers and clingy “packing peanuts,” calling them a pervasive ...