Item
T/A Containers (EPS Foam)
Brand
Various Brands
COMPOST Certifications
RANGE
Materials
Aqueous
Areca palm
Bagasse
Bamboo
Bioplastic
Foil
Paper/Board
features
Added pfas?
FSC Certified?
Details
All takeaway containers are allowed (except EPS foam)
Alternatives include:
- paperboard
- bioplastics
- bagasse
- PET / PP
- reusable options
For help finding containers and lids that suit your needs, see our guide HERE.
ADDITIONAL Information
In both WA and SA there are some exemptions for takeaway containers (lidded) based on the way they are used.
In SA this product is required to be labelled to show the product is home compostable or commercially compostable/industrially compostable.
For further information on single-use plastic bans nationwide, click here.
Did you know?
Reducing single-use can save you on costs and waste. Our simple guides below can help.
ReUse and Avoid Solutions
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February 10, 2024
REDUCE/REUSE FOODWARE - A STARTER GUIDE
Get started implementing reusable foodware options for your business.
Plates / Trays
Bowls
Lids for Bowls / Containers
Sauce cups (bases)
T/A Containers (EPS Foam)
June 4, 2023
REUSABLES - HEALTH, SAFETY & THE LAW
Information around safety and regulations on accepting BYO reusables from your customers.
Plates / Trays
Bowls
Cold Cups
Cutlery / Stirrers
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