Product categories for single-use plastic
Single-use plastic covers a number of specific product types. You register and report per product category.
Specific products, not all plastic
Producer responsibility for single-use plastic applies to eight product categories. It is the products that are covered, not the plastic in itself, and the fee is calculated for each category separately.
Below you can see the categories and what they cover. If you are unsure where your products belong, just ask us. It is quickly sorted out.
Cups, boxes, bags and wipes. Products that are used once and thrown away.
| Category | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Takeaway tableware and cups | Cups, cutlery and beakers for food and drink on the go. |
| Food containers | Boxes and trays for takeaway and ready meals. |
| Bags and wrappers | Lightweight carrier bags and plastic wrappers. |
| Wet wipes | Wet wipes for personal care and household use. |
| Balloons | Balloons for consumer use. |
| Tobacco filters | Filters for tobacco products and filters sold separately. |
Questions about your single-use plastic?
Unsure which products are covered, or what you need to report? Call or write, and we will work it out together.
