Emerging Trends in Plastics Recycling and Their Impact

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The Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRSE) 2025 highlighted several key trends in the plastics recycling industry that present significant opportunities. These trends, driven by advancements in technology, regulatory changes, and increasing demand for sustainable practices.

Certification and Compliance

There is an increased focus on certification and compliance with EU regulations for food contact materials. KÖR can leverage its expertise in chemical testing and certification services to meet the growing demand from recyclers and manufacturers. By providing detailed testing protocols and ensuring compliance with stringent regulations, KÖR attracts more and more clients seeking certification.

Quality Assurance and Circular Economy

Leaders are promoting quality within the recycling community and aiming to close the circularity loop. KÖR offers workshops and case studies on the benefits of chemical testing for quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

Market Entry for Flakes Importers

Flakes importers are keen on understanding how their products can enter the EU market. By providing consultation services and detailed information on EU market entry requirements, KÖR can assist importers in navigating regulatory processes. This support will encourage importers to utilize KÖR’s testing services.

Maintaining FCM Quality

Companies are interested in maintaining the Food Contact Material (FCM) quality of packaging materials during recycling or reuse. KÖR presents testing protocols that ensure FCM quality and compliance with FDA and EU regulations. There are benefits of regular testing for maintaining product safety and consumer trust.

Additive Degradation Analysis

Additive manufacturers are seeking to understand how their products degrade during the recycling process. KÖR offers customized testing solutions to assess additive degradation by addressing specific degradation issues.

Immediate Testing Needs

Companies have immediate testing needs for their recycling processes. By scheduling testing sessions and providing comprehensive testing packages, KÖR meets the urgent needs of these companies.  

LABS Platform

Companies are interested in the LABS platform for various potential uses. KÖR demonstrates the platform’s capabilities and offers tailored solutions to meet specific needs. This encourages companies to adopt the platform.

Commitment to PET Recycling

Companies have confirmed their commitment to the platform and the added value it brings to the process.

Conclusion

By addressing the specific needs of the industry players KÖR is becoming a key player in the plastics recycling industry. Leveraging these trends will contribute to the overall sustainability and efficiency of the recycling processes.