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Plastic Foam Food Ware Ban
Plastic Foam Food Ware Ban
The City of Seattle has banned the use of expanded polystyrene (EPS, sometimes called “Styrofoam”) food service containers and cups in all food service businesses.
When did the ban take effect?
January 1, 2009
What are typical products made out of EPS?
“Clamshells,” bowls, plates, and beverage cups are typical products.
What should my business do?
You must stop using EPS food service products. You may change to any alternative products, but the City recommends switching to compostable materials. You must change to recyclable plastic or compostable food service products, including lids and utensils, by July 1, 2010.
Why switch to compostable products?
In addition to the negative environmental impacts of EPS, Seattle wants to compost as much food waste as possible. Compostable products allow easy one-step disposal of food waste and service ware into your compost bin.
Where can I find substitute products?
You will find information and compostable alternatives wherever you buy food service products. You must use products that are approved compostable by the City of Seattle and its curbside processor. Cedar Grove Composting.
Resources
Foam Ban Flyer (PDF) – with Chinese, Korean, Somali, Spanish, Tagalog and Vietnamese translations
Additional help for food service businesses is available from the Resource Venture, outreach specialists working for Seattle Public Utilities. Visit the Resource Venture website or contact the Resource Venture directly at (206) 343-8505 or help@resourceventure.org.
Related Links
Cedar Grove Approved Products
EPS Ban Ordinance
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