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SINGLE-USE ITEMS

PROHIBITED

  • Polystyrene (no. 6)*, polyvinyl chloride (no. 3)**, and compostable (no. 7 PLA and PHA)* plastics
  • Black plastic

*Except for raw meat and fish.

**Except for foods not ready for immediate consumption.

SINGLE-USE ITEMS

AUTHORIZED

FIRST CHOICE

Paper or cardboard, molded or pressed pulp (wood, and other cellulosic fibres) without plastic laminates (ideally without added plastic wrap).

  • If surface protection is required, choose one that is water based or a bio-based plastic laminate that is certified compostable (in accordance with standards BNQ 0017-088 or ASTM D6868 or EN 13432).
  • If a covering is required, prioritize using a foldable lid or use plastic wrap that is bio-sourced and compostable in accordance with standards BNQ 0017-088 or ASTM D6400 or EN 13432).


After use:

If the containers are empty and all food residues have been removed,

  • RECYCLE them 

If it is not possible to remove all of the food (or the containers are soaked with food),

  • COMPOST them (brown bin) 

SECOND CHOICE

Clear or transparent plastics other than #3, #6 and #7 (ideally without added plastic wrap).

  • Prioritize using rPET plastic.


After use:

  • RECYCLE them

Refer to the following list of suppliers to help choose your products. For other suggestions, send an email at [email protected]

THINKING ABOUT REUSING?

EVEN BETTER!

There are far too many single-use containers in circulation, even though they are compliant with City of Montreal and Government of Canada regulations.

We’ve created a guide to help you better understand how to prioritize the use of reusable dishware and containers.

Best practices