Starting June 1, 2024, it will be illegal to sell, distribute, or use any styrofoam (expanded polystyrene) food service products like containers, plates, bowls, cups, and coolers – with limited exemptions.
You cannot use up existing inventories of banned styrofoam products after the June 1st deadline and must switch to approved alternatives like paper, plastic, bamboo, or foil containers.
Violations can result in fines of $250 for the first offense and $1,000 for repeat offenses, so ensuring compliance by transitioning to alternative products before the ban takes effect is crucial.