BAGMAN has you covered South Australia's stage four single-use plastic ban will come into effect on 1 September 2024. The ban covers single-use plastic hot and cold cups & their plastic lids, hot and cold beverage plugs or stoppers and plastic food containers and lids. There is a temporary exemption until August 2029, for businesses using clear single-use plastic square or rectangular food containers with detachable lids made from polypropylene (PP) or polyethylene terephthalate (PET), when serving very hot food or displaying food in fridges or hot environments without suitable reusable or compostable alternatives. Compostable alternatives, including PLA, are accepted only if certified home/industrially compostable to Australian standards.
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When it comes to choosing the right cup for your hot beverages, understanding the limits of the material is crucial. So, can PET plastic cups hold boiling water? 🤔 The short answer is no. PET (polyethylene terephthalate) plastic is designed for cold and room-temperature beverages, making it perfect for iced coffee, smoothies, and other chilled drinks. 🥤❄️ PET plastic is widely used because of its excellent clarity, durability, and recyclability. 🌍♻️ However, it has a lower heat resistance compared to other plastics like polypropylene (PP) or polycarbonate (PC). When exposed to high temperatures, such as boiling water, PET plastic can deform, warp, or even melt, potentially leading to leakage or compromising the integrity of your drink. 🔥 For this reason, PET cups are not recommended for holding boiling water or extremely hot liquids. ☕ Instead, they should be used for beverages that are cool to moderately warm. If you need a container for hot drinks, consider using cups made from materials specifically designed to withstand high temperatures, like PP or insulated paper cups. In summary, while PET cups are fantastic for cold beverages, they’re not suitable for boiling water. 🌡️ Understanding the properties of different materials ensures that you choose the right cup for the right drink, keeping your beverages safe and enjoyable! When it comes to quality and safety, Jkai’s PET cups stand out as the perfect choice for all your cold beverage needs. 🥤✨ Our PET cups are not only BPA-free but also durable, crystal clear, and fully recyclable, making them an eco-friendly option for both businesses and individuals. While they’re perfect for iced drinks and smoothies, remember to avoid using them with boiling water to maintain their integrity. Choose Jkai PET cups for reliable, sustainable, and stylish beverage packaging! 🌟 https://lnkd.in/eHVsaeCS #PETCups #BoilingWater #SafePlastics #HotDrinks #PackagingSolutions #JKaiPETcups #StayInformed
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🚨 Important Update for SA Businesses: New Exemption for Hot Liquid Foods 🚨 We’ve received reports of compostable containers failing when used for very hot liquid ready-to-eat foods. In response, South Australian businesses are now permitted to use single-use plastic polypropylene bowls with lids for serving hot liquid foods over 60°C, such as soup, broth, hot pots, and laksa. Key points to know: ✅ You can start using single-use plastic polypropylene bowls with lids immediately for hot liquid foods above 60°C. ❌ These bowls are NOT allowed for other foods like pasta, noodle dishes, or salads. 📅 Existing Exemptions: • Until 31 August 2029: Single-use plastic square/rectangular containers (PP or PET) with detachable lids can be used for hot or cold ready-to-eat foods that aren’t suitable for compostable containers. • Until 28 February 2026: Single-use plastic containers (500ml or less) with lids can be used for potatoes, gravy, or peas served above 60°C. For more info on SA’s single-use plastic bans and exemptions, visit the Replace the Waste website https://lnkd.in/d2HAC7r #Sustainability #BusinessUpdate #ReplaceTheWaste #PlasticBanSA
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Asking for a friend.. Do you know what non-plastic cutlery food vendors in BC are using to abide by the single-use rules? We already know about wood and bioplastics, but what other options are out there? #sustainability #foodindustry #singleuseplastic
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COFFEE CUPS IN WA TO GO COMPOSTABLE WITH SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BAN Non-compostable coffee cups will be banned throughout Western Australia in the State’s latest step away from single-use plastics and lids. The bans - part of the second stage of WA’s nation-leading Plan for Plastics - will be implemented with a common-sense, education-first approach to enforcement, with the State Government working closely with retailers and consumers to ensure the community can support the changes. Plan for Plastics has already led to 430 million fewer single-use plastics going to landfill or litter annually in WA. It is expected the plan’s second stage will save an additional 700 million single-use items annually, with hot beverage cups accounting for more than 154 million of these items per annum. Compostable paperboard cups, certified to Australian composting standards, are excluded from the ban, while lids must be entirely plastic-free.
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When it comes to choosing between PP (Polypropylene) and PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) lids, there are a few key differences to keep in mind! 🥤 Here’s a quick guide to help you understand the main distinctions: Clarity: PET lids are crystal-clear, making them perfect for showing off your beverages, smoothies, or fresh salads 🥗. This transparency enhances the visual appeal of the products. PP lids, on the other hand, tend to be more translucent or opaque, which may not offer the same eye-catching effect 👀. Strength & Durability: PET lids are known for being more rigid and resistant to cracking. They maintain their shape even under pressure, making them ideal for both cold and hot beverages 💪. PP lids are more flexible, which can be beneficial in some cases, but they are generally not as strong as PET. Recyclability: When it comes to environmental impact, PET has the edge 🌍. PET is widely recyclable and accepted by most recycling programs, making it the better choice for eco-conscious businesses. PP, while recyclable, is not as commonly accepted in recycling facilities, limiting its environmental benefits ♻️. Heat Resistance: PP lids are more heat-resistant, making them better suited for hot beverages like coffee ☕. However, PET lids are perfect for cold drinks and food packaging, offering that sleek, professional look. When it comes to choosing the best lid for your product, PET lids stand out with their superior clarity, durability, and eco-friendly nature. As a leading manufacturer of PET lids and cups, jkai provides top-quality packaging solutions that help your business shine! 🌟 https://lnkd.in/eYEDJUF2 #PETLids #PPLids #EcoFriendlyPackaging #PETPlastic #FoodPackaging #Sustainability #jkai #CateringSupplies #BeveragePackaging #CustomLids
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🚰 PET vs. PP in Drinking Water Bottles: Differences and Applications 🥤 In the world of plastic materials for drinking water bottles, PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) and PP (Polypropylene) stand out as two prominent choices. Each material has unique properties that make them suitable for different applications. 📅 2024-05-30 In our latest blog, we explore: 🔹 The key attributes and benefits of PET and PP. 🔹 How PET and PP are used in single-use and reusable water bottles. 🔹 The reasons behind the preference for one material over the other in various scenarios. Key Highlights: PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate): Clarity and transparency for showcasing contents. Excellent barrier properties for preserving taste and freshness. BPA-free and highly recyclable. PP (Polypropylene): Durability and resistance to impact. Chemical and heat resistance for versatile uses. Ideal for reusable bottles, baby bottles, and sports bottles. Which is better? The choice depends on the intended use: 🔘 Single-Use Bottles: PET is preferred for its clarity and light weight. 🔘 Reusable Bottles: PP is favored for its durability and heat resistance. Understanding these differences can help both consumers and manufacturers make informed decisions, ensuring safety and sustainability in their choice of materials. #PET #PP #PlasticMaterials #WaterBottles #Sustainability #Packaging #Recycling #Wankai
PET vs. PP in Drinking Water Bottles: Differences and Applications
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ANEC welcomes that Council and European Parliament agreed yesterday on a provisional political agreement on the #Packaging and Packaging #Waste Regulation #PPWR proposal. Especially positive outcomes for #consumers are: ✅ Introduction of restrictions on the placing on the market of food contact packaging containing #PFAS (Per- and polyflorinated alkyl substances) above certain thresholds 👏 ✅ Measures to reduce #overpackaging with maximum empty space ration of 50% in transport and #ecommerce packaging. ✅ New binding #reuse targets for 2030 (to be reassessed in view of 2040 targets); these address also alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (at least 10%, except e.g. milk, wine, aromatised wine, spirits) ✅ Obligations by 2030 for take-aways to offer 10% of their products in packaging suitable for re-use. ✅ beverage and take-away food distributors would be obliged to offer consumers the option of bringing their own container for #refill ✅ by 2029 Member states are required to set up deposit return systems (#DRSs) for single-use plastic bottles and metal beverage containers, so to ensure the separate collection of at least 90% per annum of those packaging formats. ✅ as of 2030, restrictions on #singleuseplastic plastic packaging for fruit and vegetables, for food and beverages, condiments, sauces within the HORECA sector, for small cosmetic and toiletry products used in the accommodation sector, and for very lightweight plastic bags. ✅ Member States are required to incentivise HORECA and canteen services to serve #tapwater. Some compromises were however made and we count the ambition of these requirements is not jeopardised by exemptions introduced, e.g.: 📌 Exemption of cardboard from re-use targets 📌 Derogations from re-use targets for member states renewable after 5 years and for micro-enterprises under certain conditions 📌 Focus on plastic packaging may lead to increased use and waste generation from other materials f or which we need to avoid potential risks for 📌consumers’ health. Formal adoption by both institutions is still pending, see Council (https://lnkd.in/eAyX4ddY) and European Parliament’s (https://lnkd.in/ev9bwMkm ) Press Releases. Read more on ANEC position on PPWR (https://lnkd.in/es52HW4w) and our joint papers with extended coalitions about the benefits of packaging reuse (https://lnkd.in/eJDpVxHw), and Extended Producer Responsibility (https://lnkd.in/enhzqhKj). We thank ANEC experts Boštjan Okorn, Elsa Agante, Jens Henriksson, Sofia Pinto, Marino Melissano, Claus Jørgensen and all colleagues in ANEC Sustainability WG for their support in this important file!
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Here's what I think...if 10% reduction eliminates 37 tonnes of waste then there is about 333 tonnes of waste per annum remaining. Well done Pringles for admitting that the packaging is part of the linear economy...but there is an alternative that can eliminate all waste if properly recycled and transform Pringles packs into being part of the circular economy. #ReZorce circular packaging. Currently focused on changing the carton world - but the technology platform could replace the spiral wound pack. Oh, and the 333 tonne calculation.... that's just Australia and New Zealand
Same Stack Less Pack Pringles is taking a step in reducing its environmental impact by introducing a smaller 53g can in Australasia. The redesigned pack is more compact, featuring less empty space while maintaining the same quantity of Pringles chips. The height of the Pringles can has been reduced by nearly 10% and is expected to eliminate approximately 37,000kg of packaging waste annually in Australia and New Zealand. Kellanova removed the plastic lid from the 53g can in 2022. The new, smaller 53g Pringles variety will be available in all major supermarkets starting next month. Note that this pack is already in addition to the standard 118g offering. What do you think? #packaging #sustainability #sustainablepackaging #foodpackaging
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When deciding between PP (Polypropylene) and PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) lids, several crucial differences should be considered! 🥤 Below is a concise guide to help you grasp the primary distinctions: Clarity: PET lids boast a crystal-clear appearance, making them ideal for showcasing your beverages, smoothies, or fresh salads 🥗. This transparency enhances the visual appeal of your products. Conversely, PP lids tend to be more translucent or opaque, potentially lacking the same eye-catching impact 👀. Strength & Durability: PET lids are renowned for their rigidity and resistance to cracking. They retain their shape even under pressure, making them suitable for both cold and hot beverages 💪. While PP lids offer more flexibility, which can be advantageous in certain scenarios, they generally lack the strength of PET. Recyclability: Regarding environmental impact, PET has the advantage 🌍. PET is widely recyclable and accepted by numerous recycling programs, making it a superior choice for environmentally conscious businesses. Although PP is recyclable, it is not as commonly accepted by recycling facilities, thus limiting its environmental benefits ♻️. Heat Resistance: PP lids excel in heat resistance, making them better suited for hot beverages such as coffee ☕. However, PET lids are perfect for cold drinks and food packaging, providing a sleek, professional appearance. When selecting the optimal lid for your product, PET lids shine with their superior clarity, durability, and eco-friendly attributes. As a prominent manufacturer of PET lids and cups, jkai offers top-notch packaging solutions that elevate your business! 🌟 #PETLids #PPLids #EcoFriendlyPackaging #PETPlastic #FoodPackaging #Sustainability #jkai #CateringSupplies #BeveragePackaging #CustomLids
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"Exploring the World of Food Grade Plastics: Types and Applications" Food grade plastics are materials that are safe for contact with food and beverages. Here are some common types and their uses: 1. **Polyethylene (PE)**: This versatile plastic is used for making food containers, plastic bags, and plastic wraps. It's known for its durability and resistance to moisture and chemicals. 2. **Polypropylene (PP)**: PP is often used in microwaveable food containers, reusable food storage containers, and disposable cutlery. It's heat-resistant and has a high melting point, making it suitable for hot food applications. 3. **Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)**: While not as commonly used for direct food contact due to concerns about chemicals leaching into food, PVC is sometimes used in food packaging films, cling wraps, and food trays. 4. **Polystyrene (PS)**: PS is used in foam food containers, disposable cups, and plastic utensils. It provides excellent insulation properties, keeping food hot or cold. 5. **Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)**: PET is commonly used for beverage bottles, salad dressing containers, and peanut butter jars. It's lightweight, transparent, and has good barrier properties against oxygen and carbon dioxide. 6. **Polycarbonate (PC)**: PC is used in reusable water bottles, baby bottles, and food storage containers. It's clear, durable, and heat-resistant, but concerns about the leaching of the chemical bisphenol A (BPA) have led to the development of BPA-free alternatives. 7. **Polyamide (PA)**: PA, also known as nylon, is used in food packaging films, tea bags, and meat casings. It has excellent strength and barrier properties, helping to preserve the freshness of food. It's important to note that while these plastics are considered food grade, proper use and disposal are essential to ensure food safety and environmental sustainability. Always follow manufacturer instructions for use and recycling guidelines for disposal #healthcare #management #education #socialmedia #travel
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