Section 9-2101 – Definitions
(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. (b) “ASTM D6400 standard specification” means the standard specification for labeling of plastics designed to be aerobically composted in municipal or industrial facilities set by the American Society for Testing and Materials. (c) “ASTM D6868 standard specification” means the standard specification for labeling of end items that […]
Section 9-2102 – Standards for Biodegradable Plastic Products
(a) Except as provided in subsection (c) of this section, on or after October 1, 2018, a person may not sell in the State a plastic product that is labeled as biodegradable, degradable, decomposable, or with any other term to imply that the product will break down, fragment, biodegrade, or decompose in a landfill or any […]
Section 9-2103 – Plastic Bags
(a) Subject to § 9–2102(b) of this subtitle and subsection (b) of this section, on and after October 1, 2018, a person that distributes or sells a compostable plastic bag intended for sale or distribution by a retailer in the State shall ensure that the compostable plastic bag is: (1) Labeled in a manner that is readily […]
Section 9-2104 – Food or Beverage Products
(a) Subject to § 9–2102(b) of this subtitle, on and after October 1, 2018, a person that distributes or sells a compostable food or beverage product intended for sale or distribution by a retailer in the State shall ensure that the compostable food or beverage product is labeled: (1) In a manner that is readily and easily […]
Section 9-2105 – Penalties
(a) A person that violates this subtitle is subject to: (1) For a first violation, a civil penalty of $500; (2) For a second violation, a civil penalty of $1,000; and (3) For a third and subsequent violation, a civil penalty of $2,000. (b) Any penalties collected under this section shall be paid to the county, municipality, or other local […]