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Biodegradable, degradable and recyclable claims on plastic bags, News for business

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Date published: 19th January 2010

The Trade Practices Act 1974 requires that businesses provide consumers with accurate information about goods and services. Manufacturers and/or retailers that make false or misleading representations on their packaging (including their plastic bags) or on any other product—even on imported items—will find themselves in breach of the Act.

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