“Increasing Shift Toward Bio-Based and Recycled Polypropylene”
- A significant and accelerating trend in the polypropylene market is the increasing shift toward bio-based and recycled polypropylene, driven by growing environmental concerns and regulatory pressure to reduce plastic waste and carbon emissions
- For instance, LyondellBasell has expanded its Circulen product portfolio, offering mechanically and chemically recycled polypropylene for use in packaging and consumer goods. Similarly, Borealis is advancing its Borcycle technology to convert post-consumer plastic waste into high-quality recycled polypropylene suitable for demanding applications
- Major manufacturers are also collaborating with brands to incorporate recycled content into their supply chains. For example, SABIC’s TRUCIRCLE™ initiative supports leading companies in developing sustainable packaging solutions using certified circular polypropylene
- The transition to bio-based polypropylene, derived from renewable feedstocks such as non-edible biomass, is also gaining momentum. Companies such as Braskem are leading efforts with their I’m green™ bio-based polypropylene, targeting automotive, packaging, and personal care industries
- This shift reflects a broader industry move towards circular economy principles, with converters and end users increasingly prioritizing recycled and renewable content in their procurement strategies. As demand intensifies, polypropylene producers are scaling up capacity and investing in advanced recycling technologies to meet both regulatory requirements and evolving consumer expectations
- The growing emphasis on sustainability, recyclability, and resource efficiency is fundamentally reshaping the competitive landscape of the polypropylene market. Consequently, companies are innovating not just in product performance but also in environmental impact, positioning recycled and bio-based polypropylene as a core material for the future across diverse end-use sectors
