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2021-04-13  |  

On April 8, Beijing announced the ban on the use of non-degradable disposable plastic coffee mixers, effective as of July 2021.

Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation requires that non-degradable disposable plastic straws be banned from use in Beijing, while prohibiting the use of non-degradable plastic bags for take-away and doggy bag packaging in the built-up areas, and the use of non-degradable disposable tableware for eat-in diners in the built-up areas and scenic spots in Beijing.

What's more, non-degradable disposable plastic coffee mixers will be banned for the entire catering industry in Beijing as of July 1, 2021.

(Note: Content source is from The Beijing News.)