Branded Latex Balloons – Are They As Dangerous As Single Use-Plastic?
The media coverage of the disposal of non-recyclable plastics and the long-term effects to the earth, our wildlife and marine life has been huge of late. At bmt Promotions we recognise our responsibility to look after our planet and support efforts to reduce the waste caused by single plastic use. We endeavour to encourage our customers to purchase recyclable promotional products, and we are using more sustainable alternatives to non-recyclable plastics to produce our branded items. Unfortunately, there has been been some incorrect information distributed by the media about some balloons, in this case latex balloons. What are Latex Balloons? Press reporting has been suggesting that all latex balloons are as dangerous to our environment and wildlife as single - use plastic. This is not true. Our latex balloons are made of Natural Rubber Latex, also known as NRL. Latex is a natural product sourced from the HeveaBrasiliensis rubber tree. It is 100%recyclable and...