What are the advantages of using rPET over Virgin PET?
November 19, 2024

rPET (recycled polyethylene terephthalate) offer several significant advantages over virgin PET:

A person is holding a piece of clear plastic next to a pile of clear plastic.

The largest brand owners in the world together used an average of 14% post-consumer resin in their packaging last year, a 2 percentage point increase over 2022.

Environmental Benefits


  • Reduced Environmental Impact: Using rPET helps reduce plastic waste in landfills and oceans by recycling existing PET materials[1][3]. This contributes to a more circular economy and reduces the need for new plastic production.


  • Lower Carbon Footprint: The production of rPET requires less energy and generates fewer greenhouse gas emissions compared to virgin PET[2][4]. Some estimates suggest it can use up to 79% less energy than making PET from scratch[2].


Economic Advantages


  • Cost Efficiency: Depending on market conditions and recycling infrastructure, rPET can be more cost-effective than virgin PET, especially as regulations around virgin plastic use become stricter[3].


  • Energy Savings: The recycling process for rPET is generally more energy-efficient than producing virgin PET, which can lead to reduced production costs[1][2].


Performance and Versatility


  • Comparable Properties: rPET maintain many of the desirable properties of virgin PET, including strength, durability, and chemical resistance[3]. This makes them suitable for a wide range of applications, from food packaging to textiles.


  • Food-Grade Safety: When properly processed, rPET can be FDA-certified for food-grade use, making them ideal for food and beverage packaging[5].


Marketing and Consumer Appeal


  • Sustainability Credentials: Using rPET can help companies meet sustainability goals and appeal to environmentally conscious consumers[3].


  • Brand Image: Incorporating recycled materials like rPET into packaging can enhance a brand's image as environmentally responsible.


By choosing rPET, manufacturers can contribute to reducing plastic waste, lowering their carbon footprint, and potentially reducing costs while still maintaining product quality and meeting consumer demands for more sustainable packaging options.


RiBotl produces quality rPP granules, rHDPE, rPET sheets and flakes under the DiamondPET brand. Make sure to check them out and contact us to know more about how you can use them in your production or packaging.


Sources:

[1] https://www.csrplastic.com/food-grade-rpet-granules

[2] https://www.intcoplastic.com/en/press-release/5-Benefits-of-rPET-Plastic-and-Why-It's-Best-For-Packaging.html

[3] https://langgengjayagroup.co.id/blog/recycled-pet-properties-and-benefits-for-manufacturing

[4] https://www.easyngreen.com/the-role-and-advantages-of-rpet-in-food-packaging.html

[5] https://www.plascene.com/why-use-rpet-plastic-for-packaging

[6] https://www.polystarco.com/blog-detail/what-is-rpet-plastic-how-can-producers-take-advantage-of-it/

[7] https://www.hollandcolours.com/markets/packaging/issues-facing-the-rpet-plastic-market

[8] https://verive.eu/whats-rpet-and-why-do-we-use-it-for-food-packaging/


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