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BuzzBallz, the viral Gen Z cocktail hit, is sparking eco-controversy after its “recyclable” packaging turns out to be a recycling nightmare. Despite claims on their site and a TerraCycle partnership (U.S.-only), UK councils won’t touch the PET-aluminum combo — a design that jams recycling machines and contaminates streams. Critics call it greenwashing, and while the company’s apologized for the mix-up, the real issue? Packaging that looks eco-friendly but breaks recycling systems — a wake-up call for smarter, infrastructure-friendly design.

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