Going Green

with

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is a division of Import Food Network, LLC. that specializes in products that are…

biodegradable • materials that can be

broken down by living organisms (decomposers)

compostable

• materials that can be broken

down by aerobic decomposition.

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Composting can be divided into HOME and INDUSTRIAL.

annually renewable • resources

that are replenished naturally at a rate comparable or faster than the rate of human consumption.

Traditionally,

We use plastics…

• polyvinyl chloride (PVC) for shrink wrap• low-density polyethylene (LDPE) for produce

bags, trash can liners, food storage containers

• Polypropylene (PP) for drinking straws, yogurt containers

• Polystyrene (PS) for plastic tableware• Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) for packing

peanuts, cups, meat trays, take-away food containers

• Polyethylene terephthalate (PET or PETE) for carbonated drink bottles, microwavable packaging

In 2007, the United States alone generated

30.7 Million Tons

Only 6.8% was recovered by recycling.

In 2007, the United States alone generated

30.7 Million Tonsof plastic waste.

Only 6.8% was recovered by recycling.

Tons of plastic

end up littering

land and sea.

And because plastic is so slow to degrade,

it can take hundreds of years for a Styrofoam cup to break down.

Even then, plastic just degrades to smaller pieces of plastic which is still harmful to wildlife.

Traditionally,

We use paper…

• Paper Tableware: bowls, plates, cups• Napkins• Paper Grocery Bags, Lunch Bags• Take-out Containers• Microwavable Containers

In the United States, paper accounts for the most waste- 83 million tons.

Paper production generates pollution.Paper-making plants worldwide release millions of pounds ofhighly toxic chemicals such as toluene, methanol, chlorine dioxide, hydrochloric acid, and formaldehyde into the air and water.

Bleaching with chlorine releases dioxins, environmental toxins that may cause cancer, damage to immune system, and thyroid disorders. The process releases lots of organic material into rivers and lakes.

In addition, paper is made…

…from trees.Kimberlee Kessler Design

Some wood comes from old growth forests.

These forests are non-renewable because of unique biological features such as including a variety of tree species at various ages (including very old trees) and housing rare species

Other wood comes from tree farms,

which may use pesticides, insecticides, and fungicides

and

which replace natural forests and do not foster the same biodiversity.

Those were some environmental reasons to Go Green,

but there are others…

It’s what customers want!

• Use GREEN as a public relations platform to

differentiate from other companies.

• Gain eco-conscious

customers.

Legislation! Styrofoam (EPS) products were banned in Berkeley, CA in 1988. Over 20 other cities and counties in California have enacted bans also.

Many other U.S. cities areconsidering fees or bans on

plastic bags as well.

Here are a few:Austin, Texas

Boston, Massachusetts Bakersfield, Calif.

New Haven, Conn.Portland, Ore.Phoenix, ArizonaAnnapolis, Md.

Other countries including China,Ireland, Kenya, Uganda andTanzania's Zanzibar islands

ALREADY discourage the use ofplastic bags by fees and bans.

Plastic bags were banned in San Francisco, CA on March 27, 2007.

Why

?

We offer…

We are not a distributor, we are your

PARTNER

Our Philosophy:

is a company founded specifically to help you with

sourcing, quality control, andimportation hurdles.

Our Experience:

We have over 40 years of experience in importation and

logistics. For the past 10 years, we have been providing

quality specialty food products to the food service industry, and with our Green division, we are poised

to continue this tradition of bringing niche markets to you.

We are a network of suppliers, offering a broader range of

products than a single importer/distributor. 

Instead of pushing our line,

we source what you need.  Because we are a team working for you – but only when you need us – you reduce your direct overhead

and avoid additional sourcing expenses.  With distribution warehouses throughout the

country, we can service you anywhere in the continental U.S. and Hawaii.

Our Solutions:

Our Price:We have among the lowest prices in the

industry. When you buy from us, you have access to our entire network at direct-

from-manufacturer prices.

New York Office718.539.8079

718.539.4664 fax

California Office510.868.2891

510.868.2892 fax

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