AG Bonta issued an enforcement advisory letter to producers of expanded polystyrene (EPS) food service ware, reminding them that Senate Bill 54 (SB 54) bans the sale, offer for sale, distribution, or importation of EPS food service ware in California. The ban became effective on January 1, 2025, due to producers’ failure to demonstrate a 25% recycling rate for EPS food service ware. EPS is often used for single-use disposable food service ware, which is a major contributor to plastic pollution. The enforcement advisory urges prompt compliance with the ban.

“Banning EPS food service ware is a critical step in protecting our environment. By eliminating avoidable waste, we reduce plastic pollution and create a cleaner, healthier future for our communities. That’s exactly what SB 54 does, and this letter is a reminder to EPS food service producers of the need to comply with this law, or we will hold them accountable for their violations.” – AG Bonta