Lightweight food containers made from expanded polystyrene (foam) are commonly used for takeaway meals and hot foods.
Disposal Options
- Styrofoam Takeaway Containers – General Waste Bin
Why
Styrofoam containers are difficult to recycle because they are lightweight, bulky, and break easily into small pieces. They are also not compostable and can’t be placed in the FOGO bin.
Did You Know
Expanded polystyrene foam can take hundreds of years to break down in the environment.