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Estimating the exact number of plastic spoons used globally is challenging, but it's believed that billions of single-use plastic utensils are consumed each year. In the United States alone, it's estimated that around 40 billion plastic spoons are used annually. This widespread usage contributes significantly to plastic pollution, as many of these utensils are discarded after a single use and not recycled. Efforts to reduce plastic waste are leading to increased interest in sustainable alternatives.

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