An Act relative to enhancing circularity in recycling

HD 504 requires that rigid plastic containers sold in Massachusetts, such as those for food, cleaning products, and personal care items, contain increasing minimum percentages of post-consumer recycled material. Starting two years after the law takes effect, these containers must average at least 10% recycled content, rising by 10% every three years until reaching 50% within 14 years. The law exempts containers for medical products, hazardous materials, and items shipped outside Massachusetts. This policy directly affects producers (manufacturers, brand owners, and importers) of covered containers sold in the state.