The disposable tableware market - Brazil

The disposable tableware market represents all dishes, cups, napkins, tablecloths, cutlery, etc., whether for individual or ephemeral use ...mainly plastic-based. These products are made from two types of polymers which will then be used to estimate the size of this market: polystyrenes (PS) and polypropylene (PP). The biggest novelty in this market is the new legislation in force. For example, the city of São Paulo has already passed a law prohibiting the sale of plastic materials in commercial establishments, while Rio de Janeiro has approved a ban on the use of plastic straws. Legislation such as this and the search for a more sustainable market are increasingly common in the country. According to WWF Brasil In addition to the state capital, eighty other municipalities have introduced anti-plastic rules. In this context, actors are forced to focus on biodegradable products with higher added value, such as wood and silicone, which is now a growing market (about 11% per year).