Overview
- Businesses will charge for disposable cups under a government minimum price that officials estimate at 100 to 200 won per cup, though final figures are still being set.
- Single‑use straws, whether plastic or paper, will be available only on customer request, with exemptions for those who need them.
- The plan phases out disposable paper cups starting with large restaurants before expanding to smaller establishments.
- The ministry said it will seek legal revisions next year to start the ban in 2027, with violations subject to fines or other penalties.
- A prior 300‑won deposit pilot in Sejong and Jeju will be replaced, as cafe operators question effectiveness, pricing clarity, and the frequent policy shifts across administrations.