Ban on single-use plastics in Guatemala
On September 20, 2019, the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources published Government Agreement 189-2019 through which the use and distribution of single-use plastic bags, plastic straws, plates and glasses is prohibited at the national level. disposable plastics, disposable plastic mixers and stirrers, disposable plastic containers or containers for storing or transporting food; as well as expanded polystyrene products (duroport) used to store or transport food .
At that time, a period of two (2) years was set for all individuals or legal entities that use the aforementioned products to replace them with articles made with materials that comply with the European Union standard UNE-EN 13432. This term expires on September 21, 2021 .
We recommend taking this issue into consideration since the Government Agreement has not been suspended or repealed, and as it is in force it becomes a mandatory rule.
ZONE has a team of experienced professionals who can advise you on the scope of this prohibition and the due environmental compliance of your company in Guatemala. For more information, contact us at +502 2225-7000 or by email at [email protected].