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New York state will be the latest locale to ban single-use toiletries when a bill just passed in the New York Assembly comes into effect on January 1st. Hotels with more than 50 rooms will not be able to provide bottles under 12 ounces after this date.
This was first introduced in 2019 and it’s taken some time to get rolling. The legislation states that a “hospitality personal care product” is a “product provided by a hotel and intended to be applied to or used on the human body or any part thereof for cleansing.” Violating hotels will first receive a warning for supplying travel-size products. After that, the fine is $250 and then a $500 fine if the hotel is still in violation 30 days later.
Marriott has been working to get rid of single-use products for some time. A Marriott spokesperson shared this statement with FOX Business News:
We have long been focused on our residential amenities program, switching from small toiletry bottles to larger, pump-topped bottles as part of our commitment to reduce plastic waste. [Marriott Hotels achieved] 95% compliance for the transition to residential bath amenities for certain brands across managed and franchised hotels globally, with additional properties transitioning through 2024.”
A Hilton spokesperson added:
As of 2023, Hilton properties were required to transition to full-size shampoo, conditioner, and soap amenities, eliminating single-use miniature bottles and reducing disposed bars of soap.”
The bill begins with larger hotels, but by 2026 all properties will need to comply. California enacted a similar law last year.
Anthony’s Take: I understand the environmental impact, but there is also something special about taking tiny bottles of toiletries home with you when traveling. I have cabinets filled with shampoos, lotions, and soaps at home. They remind me of past trips. Plus, I don’t fully trust the pump bottles mounted to walls as I fear they can be easily tampered with by nefarious guests or those looking to play a prank.
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