Many countries have a tendency to make use of plastic containers more and more, followed by many businesses in the food and drink industry. I suppose that its downsides can overshadow its upsides.
On the one hand, there are several benefits from plastic containers which have become more popular than ever. Firstly, plastic packaging can bring consumers a sense of convenience and flexibility. The reason is that they are a variety of size and shape with differences in weight. Therefore, manufacturers could increase the diversity of their products, thus better accommodating customers’ varied interests and needs. In addition, plastic is often a cheaper option than other traditional packaging materials such as glass and metal. Because they can be reduced and reused many times, which in turn could greatly benefit businesses.
On the other hand, making use of plastic containers in food and drink manufacturers can exert detrimental impacts on the environment. To begin with, plastic packaging can pose a challenge to marine life. An explanation is that they are non-degradable materials, and can take thousands of years to decompose. As a result, it is a contributing factor to disrupt marine life and environmental degradation. Secondly, I suppose that more and more diseases have their roots in plastic containers in food and drink. It is due to the fact is that
In conclusion, although the magnitude of plastic containers is undeniable, it is my contention that its downsides would overshadow its merits.