SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BANS
Stay Ahead of The Single-Use Plastic Bans
Hong Kong is taking a significant step towards a circular economy by initiating the first phase of single-use plastics bans from 22 April 24. They are banning plastic items commonly used for dine-in, takeaway, and sale to end customers in phase one. More items will also be restricted for sale to end customers in 2025 (date TBC).
Stay ahead of the plastic bans by exploring compliant sustainable packaging alternatives. BioPak offers certified compostable alternatives made from sustainably sourced and rapidly renewable materials, including Aqueous, plant fibre and unlined FSC™ paper and wood.
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22 April 2024: For dine in & takeaway services |
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22 April 2024: For dine in & takeaway services |
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22 April 2024: For dine in & takeaway services |
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Plant Fibre Containers
Paper Board Containers (unlined) Aqueous Coated Paper Bowls & Containers Items That Do Not Have A Clear Window |
22 April 2024: For dine in & takeaway services |
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22 April 2024: For
dine in 2025 date TBC: For takeaway and sale to end customers |
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22 April 2024: For
dine in 2025 date TBC: For takeaway and sale to end customers |
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Plant Fibre Containers & Bowls
Paper Board Containers & Bowls (unlined) Aqueous Coated Paper Containers & Bowls Items That Do Not Have A Clear Window |
22 April 2024: For
dine in 2025 date TBC: For takeaway and sale to end customers |
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Plant Fibre Lids
Paper Board Lids (unlined) Aqueous Coated Paper Lids Items That Do Not Have A Clear Window |
22 April 2024: For
dine in 2025 date TBC: For takeaway and sale to end customers |
Find Alternative Plastic Packaging Options
Prepare your business for the single-use plastic directive by exploring compliant alternatives. We have a range of sustainable food packaging products made from rapidly renewable plant-based materials, such as aqueous lined paper, unlined FSC™ paper and wood and plastic-free plant fibre.
Get in touch with us if you need more information on navigating upcoming plastic bans and exploring sustainable alternatives
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