The ban will apply to single-use plastic cutlery, cotton buds, straws and stirrers, as well as single-use polystyrene cups and cups composed of oxo-degradable plastics that disintegrate into small pieces. The ruling could come into force in all European Union member states by 2021. In the United States, a similar law was passed last year but has been blocked from taking effect because it would have required restaurants to charge customers for reusable cups. Packaging for cups, sanitary towels, tobacco filters and wet wipes will be labelled with information about plastic content and disposal. The “polluter pays” principle will be broadened to include fishing net manufacturers.
The ban will apply to single-use plastic cutlery, cotton buds, straws and stirrers, as well as single-use polystyrene cups and cups composed of oxo-degradable plastics that disintegrate into small pieces. The ruling could come into force in all European Union member states by 2021. The rules will also apply to the UK if it extends its Brexit transition period. Packaging for cups, sanitary towels, tobacco filters and wet wipes will be labelled with information about plastic content and disposal. The “polluter pays” principle will be broadened to include fishing net manufacturers.