“Increasing Incorporation of Post-Consumer Recycled Materials into Film Formulations”
- The trend of incorporating post-consumer recycled materials into film formulations is gaining momentum as companies focus on sustainable packaging solutions, with a growing demand for reducing plastic waste and environmental impact
- For instance, Coca-Cola has committed to using 50% recycled content in its plastic packaging by 2030
- Leading packaging companies such as Amcor and Sealed Air have pioneered the use of recycled plastics in stretch and shrink films, providing high-performance products while promoting a circular economy
- For instance, Amcor has developed a line of recyclable stretch films made with post-consumer recycled materials
- Post-consumer recycled materials, such as recycled plastic bottles, are being repurposed to create new films, ensuring that packaging remains durable, flexible, and clear while reducing the need for virgin plastic
- For instance, PepsiCo has introduced shrink films made with recycled polyethylene, maintaining both sustainability and product protection
- Major brands, including Coca-Cola and Nestlé, have started adopting recycled film packaging for products, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and responding to consumer demands for greener packaging alternatives
- For instance, Nestlé has incorporated recycled stretch films in their packaging for bottled water, reducing the overall environmental footprint
- Regulatory pressures and consumer preferences are pushing more manufacturers to develop films with recycled content, aligning with global sustainability goals and meeting strict environmental standards set by governments and organizations such as the European Union
