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Pending
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Paper Summary

Recyclable Paper Bag shall mean a paper bag with or without handles that contains at least 40% post-consumer recycled content and displays in a visible manner on the outside of the bag 1) the word recyclable or a symbol identifying the bag as recyclable and 2) a label identifying the bags as being made from post-consumer recycled content and the percentage of post-consumer recycled content in the bag

Reusable Definition

Reusable Bag means a sewn bag with stitched handles that is specifically designed for multiple reuse that (i) can carry twenty five (25) pounds; (ii) is machine washable or is made of a material that can be cleaned or disinfected one hundred and twenty five (125) times; (iii) is made of either polyester, polypropylene, cotton or other natural fiber material; and (iv) has a thickness of greater than four (4.0) millimeters.

Paper Bag Id Requirements
Yes
Stores Affected

Food Establishment means an operation that stores, prepares, packages, serves, vends, or otherwise provides food for human consumption, as further defined in 105 CMR 590.002. Any establishment requiring a permit to operate in accordance with the State Food Code, 105 CMR 590.000, et. seq., shall be considered a Food Establishment for purposes of this ordinance.

Comply Date
Ordinance
Article 55

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