Blanket ban on plastic waste will hurt legal recyclers, say industry players | Malay Mail

A container with imported plastic is seen in Port Klang May 28, 2019. — Picture by Mukhriz Hazim

“Recycling done by legal operators is supporting both local and foreign brands in sectors such as electrical and electronics, automotive and other manufacturing sectors as well as in the construction industry. The groups also chided activists for lumping permitted imports and smuggled wastes together, which they said may create the perception that legal firms are breaking the law by importing plastics for their business.

“We continue to support and are ready to assist the Government in their efforts to crack down on these unscrupulous and illegal operators and to protect the environment.

My understanding are limited, but as far as I know recycling does not recycle 100% of the recyclable goods, thus Where's the excessive goes to?

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