28 V 2018 - Proposal for EU directive on single-use plastics

The EC’s proposal foresees different measures for different single-use plastic items in an attempt to reduce plastic pollution in the environment, particularly in the oceans. For example, consumption of food containers and beverage cups shall be reduced, and there shall be market restrictions on cotton bud sticks as well as cutlery, plates, stirrers, and straws.

Feedback on the EC’s proposal and the accompanying impact assessment can be given until July 24, 2018 can be made on http://ec.europa.eu/info/law/better-regulation/initiatives/com-2018-340_en

This directive could have major effect on HOD market promoting the reusable bottle but also marketing PP or PS cups!