By Kimone Witter
Starting January 9, plastic food containers will officially be prohibited for distribution and use, marking the continuation of the fourth phase of the single-use plastics ban, which began on July 1 last year.
But clause two of the Trade (Plastic Packaging Materials) Amendment Order 2024 provides an exemption for importers who ordered or purchased consignments prior to the cutoff date.
The ban will expand to include personal care and cosmetic products containing intentionally added plastic microbeads or microplastics, starting July 1 this year.
This timeline ensures ample opportunity for thorough consultation and sensitisation among private-sector stakeholders and regulatory authorities, fostering a smooth transition to the new measures.
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