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Why is the use of plastic food containers and plastic bottles for water and beverages not banned in Singapore?

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The use of plastic food containers is allowed in many developed countries such as Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand and member countries in the European Union. To date, there are no scientific reports that proper use of plastic food-contact articles poses a health risk. In light of these facts, there are no food safety reasons to warrant a ban on the use of plastic food containers and bottles in Singapore. Some countries and cities have implemented a ban on the use of single use plastic mainly due to environmental rather than food safety concerns.

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