Are EPS products much cheaper than the alternatives?

Not generally. See a comparison guide for pricing examples on EPS and alternative products available on www.webstaurantstore.com. The cheapest alternative products can be cheaper than EPS, around the same price, or up to around four cents more expensive per unit. Based on staff research, the increase in cost is roughly $0.01 per unit.

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1. When does this ban go into effect?
2. Who does this ban affect?
3. What does the ban do?
4. What types of expanded polystyrene (EPS) products are prohibited by the ban?
5. What are some exemptions?
6. Are EPS products much cheaper than the alternatives?