EU's latest packaging law: ban on single-use plastic tableware
2023-10-31 20:00
The latest EU packaging law: single use bags and small bottles are prohibited, and you must bring your own water cup when buying drinks. Italy 《Chinatown》 News, the EU's plastic restriction order is strengthening strict management. From the previous stop of disposable plastic tableware and straws to the recent stop of the sale of glitter, some unnecessary plastic products are disappearing under various restrictions.
Just on October 24, 2023, the European Parliament’s Environment Committee passed the new European packaging regulations. The legislation will be discussed and revised again from November 20 to 23. Let’s take a look at the EU’s future plastic restriction goals and what are the banned plastic disposable products?
First of all, the new packaging law prohibits the one time use of small bags and bottles. The law stipulates that hotels should stop using liquid products with a capacity of less than 50 ml and non liquid products with a capacity of less than 100 grams. The hotels and catering industries that are greatly affected by this regulation are the hotel industry and the catering industry. disposable shower gel and various disposable daily necessities, as well as seasonings and sauces used in the catering industry. Most of them are packaged in small bottles and bags. After legal approval, these disposable items need to be processed According to the changes, hotels must use recyclable large bottles of shower gel, and restaurants must also cancel the supply of some condiments and take out services.
Secondly, supermarkets and home shopping will also start a new revolution. For fruits and vegetables weighing less than 1.5 kilograms, the use of disposable packaging nets, bags, trays and containers is prohibited. In addition, the new packaging law also stipulates that by December 31, 2027, all ready-to-drink bulk beverages must use glass or ceramic cups. If they need to be packed away, consumers need to bring their own containers and bottles. Pack. From January 1, 2030, 20% of all beverage bottles and cans sold in supermarkets must be recycled. Street friends who are engaged in the catering, hotel, and retail industries must have foresight in the future. Instead of hoarding goods, you need to plan the packaging replacement plan for your goods in advance and choose environmentally friendly suppliers.
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