Case Studies

Life Cycle Inventory

This study examines three disposable 16-oz. hot cup systems: solid-state microcellular expanded (SMX) cups*  made with recycled PET (RPET), expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam cups, and coated paperboard cups. Corrugated boxes and plastic film sleeves used to package cups for shipment were also included.

*former name for InCycle^® cup

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