Impact Adds Post-Consumer Recycled PET to Materials Portfolio!

Impact Plastics is excited to announce the addition of a post-consumer recycled PET solution to our materials portfolio! Available in monolayer or multi-layer coextrusion with up to 100% PRC content, our 1620E post-consumer RPET is compliant with FDA requirements and suitable for thermoformed packaging applications in the food, foodservice, medical and consumer goods markets.

PCR PET (Post-Consumer Recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate) is an environmentally friendly material that offers excellent sustainability and performance advantages, making it an ideal choice where packaging sustainability is a priority. Derived from the recycling of PET bottles and other PET-based products, PCR PET helps reduce plastic waste and promote a circular economy. In the field of packaging, PCR PET is commonly used for sheet extrusion and thermoforming processes. The material retains the inherent properties of virgin PET, such as good clarity, mechanical strength, and chemical resistance, allowing for the production of high-quality sheets and rollstock films that can be further processed in thermoforming making it a suitable substitute for traditional packaging materials.

One of the key advantages of using PCR PET in packaging is its positive environmental impact. By diverting post-consumer PET waste from landfills, PCR PET significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions and conserves natural resources. The closed-loop recycling system involved in its production helps create a more sustainable packaging solution compared to materials reliant on virgin petrochemical feedstocks. In addition, PCR PET exhibits satisfactory mechanical properties for sheet extrusion and thermoforming applications. While there may be a some reduction in mechanical performance compared to virgin PET, it still offers sufficient strength and durability for packaging requirements. The level of recycled content in PCR PET can vary, ranging from 25% up to 100%, with higher percentages providing greater sustainability benefits. 

Impact Plastic’s PCR PET offers a sustainable and cost-effective solution for packaging applications in various thicknesses 0.010” to 0.060” and width up to 63” for use in various packaging products, including trays, clamshells, containers, and blister packs.  With its positive environmental impact, versatile properties, and compatibility with existing processing techniques, PCR PET enables the production of high-quality packaging materials while reducing the reliance on virgin PET and contributing to a more circular and sustainable packaging industry.

Download the technical data sheet for Impact's 1620E PCR PET to learn more: