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A Global Mapping and Assessment of Standards, Labels and Claims on Plastic Packaging

United Nations Environment program

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January 1, 2020

Ellie Moss
United Nations Environment program
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https://www.consumersinternational.org/media/352255/canirecyclethis-finalreport.pdf

A Global Mapping and Assessment of Standards, Labels and Claims on Plastic Packaging

Key finding

Single-material packaging

is easier to recycle than multi-material packaging

“Most recyclable plastic claims use the universal recycling symbol and a general statement directing the consumer to recycle... While these brands should be commended for giving clear instructions to consumers, it could also be argued that they allow companies to shift the burden to consumers."

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