51Meaning of prohibited plastic bag

51 Meaning of prohibited plastic bag (1) A prohibited plastic bag is: (a) a carry bag: (i) the body of which comprises (in whole or part) polyethylene with a thickness of less than 35 microns; and (ii) that has handles; or (b) a bag of a kind prescribed by regulation. (2) However, each of the following is not a prohibited plastic bag: (a) a biodegradable bag; (b) a plastic bag that is, or forms an integral part of, the packaging in which goods are sealed prior to sale; (c) a bag of a kind prescribed by regulation.

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