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Elmhurst, IL Single-Use Items: Polystyrene Foam Rules (2026)

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State Private Ban: None
State Property Restriction: P.A. 102-0008
Procurement Code: 30 ILCS 500
Local Authority: Allowed

Illinois state rule: Elmhurst does not have a local ordinance for polystyrene foam rules. This topic is governed by Illinois state law and applies uniformly across the state.

Summary

Illinois does not ban expanded polystyrene foodware statewide, but state procurement law restricts EPS use and home rule cities may impose local bans.

Full Breakdown

The Illinois Procurement Code (30 ILCS 500) and Public Act 102-0008, effective in 2021, generally restrict use of expanded polystyrene foam containers by state agencies and concessionaires on state property. There is no statewide ban on private retail sale or use of polystyrene foodware. Home rule municipalities such as Chicago, Oak Park, and Evanston have considered or adopted local restrictions. The Solid Waste Planning and Recycling Act (415 ILCS 15) encourages source reduction but does not mandate EPS phaseout for private businesses.

Violations & Fines

State agency violations are addressed administratively under the Procurement Code; local violations are enforced under municipal ordinance with civil penalties typically up to $500.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are polystyrene foam containers banned in Illinois?

Not statewide for private use. State law restricts expanded polystyrene at state-owned facilities and concessions, but private retailers and restaurants remain governed by federal law and any local rules.

Can Illinois cities ban Styrofoam takeout containers?

Yes. Because the General Assembly has not preempted polystyrene regulation, home rule cities like Chicago and Oak Park may pass local foodware ordinances.

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Elmhurst, IL Single-Use Items: Polystyrene Foam Rules (2026)

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