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Alternatives to Single-Use Expanded Polystyrene Foam Food and Beverage Containers and Expanded Polystyrene Foam Loose Fill Packaging (“Packing Peanuts”) REFERENCE GUIDE
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New York's Guide to Foam-Free Food Packaging
This guide provides information on alternatives to expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam food service containers and loose fill packaging (packing peanuts) due to New York State’s ban, effective January 1, 2022. It discusses various materials such as bagasse, bamboo, paper fiber, and bioplastics, along with their end-of-life options and environmental impacts. The guide also promotes reusable, recyclable, and compostable alternatives and offers resources for businesses transitioning away from EPS foam.
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This is a government informational guide, not a scientific paper.
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Alternatives to Single-Use Expanded Polystyrene Foam Food and Beverage Containers and Expanded Polystyrene Foam Loose Fill Packaging (“Packing Peanuts”) REFERENCE GUIDE
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