McDonald's Sandwich Container, 1980-1989
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Artifact Overview
McDonald's phased out polystyrene or Styrofoam containers in 1990 due to complaints about hazardous waste and overflowing landfills. Paper-based sandwich wraps replaced the polystyrene clamshell sandwich carton, like this one. The new paper alternative reduced sandwich packaging volume and reduced restaurant waste.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Carton (Container)
Date Made
1980-1989
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Made for McDonald's Corporation, Oak Brook, Illinois.
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Driving America
Object ID
97.5.381
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Jeff and Marilyn Escue.
Material
Polystyrene
Color
Tan (Color)
Blue
Greenish blue
Dimensions
Width: 5 in
Length: 5.25 in
Inscriptions
On lid: MCDONALD'S / "M" logo
On interior, lower lid: 42-3
Stamped on bottom: M
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