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Division (7) Food containers made of expanded polystyrene, i.e. receptacles such as boxes, with or without a cover, used to contain food which:

United Kingdom

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  1. (a)

    is intended for immediate consumption, either on-the-spot or take-away,

  2. (b)

    is typically consumed from the receptacle, and

  3. (c)

    is ready to be consumed without any further preparation, such as cooking, boiling or heating,

including food containers used for fast food or other meal ready for immediate consumption, except beverage containers, plates and packets and wrappers containing food;