New rules of plastic limit order in 2020

Legal analysis: Non-degradable plastic bags: By the end of 2020, the use of non-degradable plastic bags will be prohibited in shopping malls, supermarkets, pharmacies, bookstores and other places in urban built-up areas of municipalities directly under the central government, provincial capitals and cities with separate plans, as well as catering packaging and take-away services and various exhibition activities, and the use of non-degradable plastic bags will be regulated and restricted in bazaars; By the end of 2022, the scope of implementation will be extended to all urban built-up areas above prefecture level and coastal counties built-up areas. By the end of 2025, the use of non-degradable plastic bags will be banned in the markets in the above areas. Disposable plastic tableware: by the end of 2020, the use of non-degradable disposable plastic straws will be banned in the catering industry throughout the country; Non-degradable disposable plastic tableware is prohibited in catering services in built-up areas and scenic spots of cities above prefecture level. Before the end of 2022, non-degradable disposable plastic tableware is prohibited in catering services in built-up areas and scenic spots in counties. By 2025, the consumption intensity of non-degradable disposable plastic tableware in the field of food and beverage takeout in cities above prefecture level will drop by 30%. Disposable plastic products in hotels and restaurants: Before the end of 2022, national star-rated hotels and restaurants will no longer voluntarily provide disposable plastic products, but can provide related services by setting up self-service purchasing machines and providing refillable detergent. By the end of 2025, the scope of implementation will be extended to all hotels, hotels and homestays.

Legal basis: Notice of General Office of the State Council on Restricting the Use of Plastic Shopping Bags; The purpose of the Notice on the Use of Plastic Shopping Bags is to limit and reduce the use of plastic bags and curb "white pollution".