All Recyclability articles
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ArticleIndorama Ventures and Rebhan reveal ‘glass-like’ PET cosmetics packaging
Indorama Ventures and Rebhan have partnered to develop ‘glass-like’ PET bottles for the beauty and personal care market, aiming to combine luxury aesthetics with enhanced recyclability.
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ArticleCoveris develops mono-material sleeve with 30% less material for Dr Beckmann
Coveris has unveiled its mono-material sleeve solution developed for Dr Beckmann, said to use around 30% less material than conventional shrink sleeves and help address current and evolving regulatory requirements.
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ArticlePPWR compliance: are we stopping too early?
If PPWR forces us to rethink packaging anyway, why stop at compliance? Peter Stael, owner and partner at Across-Consult, explores the possibilities of going beyond the legal minimum and giving every pack its own traceable identity.
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ArticleBubble tea brand embraces Greiner Packaging’s separable cup and sleeve
OMG Bubble Tea has adopted Greiner Packaging’s K3 cups – complete with a separable cardboard sleeve and tear tab – for its ready-to-drink, on-the-go beverages.
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ArticleEU-funded project recycles mixed plastic waste into ‘virgin-quality’ PLA
A pilot conducted by the EU-funded ReBioCycle project has reportedly proven that mixed plastic waste can be chemically recycled into ‘virgin-quality’ PLA under industrial conditions.
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ArticleCellulose tray designed for use in air fryer is used to pack frozen chicken
Copacol has packaged seasoned chicken cuts in a cellulose tray that can be placed directly in the air fryer – targeting convenience, recyclability, and biodegradability.
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ArticleSustainability Awards Finalist Interview 2026: Evonik’s food-contact compliant de-inking solution
Evonik’s acrylate-based co-binder for solvent borne packaging inks is designed to improve recyclability and remove ink within minutes. A finalist in the Circular Plastics category of the Sustainability Awards, we spoke with the company to find out more.
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ArticleRubbermaid’s food containers use copolyester with up to 50% recycled content
Rubbermaid has expanded its lineup of food storage and pantry containers to offer products made with Eastman’s Tritan Renew copolyester, which contains up to 50% certified recycled content.
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ArticleUS Plastics Pact removes EPS transport packaging from ‘problematic’ list
The US Plastics Pact has removed expanded polystyrene (EPS) transport packaging from its Problematic & Unnecessary Materials List due to its reported recycling rate of 30% or higher.
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ArticleRecyclable paper mailer helps e-commerce businesses comply with waste laws
RRD has revealed a paper-based mailer with a peel-and-seal strip and instant-bond adhesive – designed for kerbside recyclability, regulatory compliance, and seamless operations on automated lines.
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ArticleStrategic partnership to recycle PET bottles into preforms in Thailand
Indorama Ventures is entering a strategic partnership with Suntory Holdings, Suntory PepsiCo Beverage, and Iwatani Corporation to recycle PET bottles into preforms at commercial scale in Thailand.
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ArticleEU Commission misses deadline to harmonize PPWR’s labelling requirements
The European Commission has missed its self-imposed deadline to harmonize the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation’s labelling requirements for recycled content, reusable packaging, and consumer sorting via implementing acts – potentially resulting in a time crunch for businesses to comply.
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ArticlePepsiCo reports 18% recycled content and 6% virgin plastic reduction in 2025
In its latest ESG Summary, PepsiCo claims that it incorporated 18% recycled plastic into its packaging last year and reduced its absolute tonnage of virgin plastic packaging by 6% between 2024 and 2025.
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ArticleNew off-the-shelf container line contains 20% recycled PP from PureCycle
PureCycle Technologies and IPL Schoeller have developed SnapPack Square EVO, a tamper-evident container that contains 20% PureFive recycled polypropylene in every unit to align with incoming sustainability regulation.
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ArticleEU Commission opens call for evidence about PPWR’s recycled content targets
The European Commission has published a call for evidence surrounding minimum recycled content quotas under the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, from calculation and verification to utilizing imported recyclate.
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ArticleNatural cork packaging for chocolate serves as container and keepsake
Dulicy has developed chocolate packaging made from natural Portuguese cork, intended as long-lasting souvenirs that tourists can reuse, recycle and biodegrade.
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ArticleEverything you need to know about the EU’s upcoming environmental claim law
The European Commission has published an FAQ document for the Directive on Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition, clarifying the rules around environmental claims and greenwashing that will apply from September.
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ArticleWhere are we in the flexible plastic-to-paper transition?
How are the biggest names in our industry driving the transition from flexible plastics into paper-based alternatives? Reflecting on the findings of its recent report, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation highlights the progress towards improved recyclability for flexible formats, and the challenges that remain.
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ArticlePlastic Energy founder returns as CEO after company entered administration
After the company entered into administration earlier this year, Plastic Energy founder Carlos Monreal is returning as CEO as part of a new ownership structure.
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ArticleFirst Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation rules officially apply
Today, several measures set out in the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation are officially enforced, and become legally binding. Here is everything you need to know about the new expectations, from the Declaration of Conformity to PFAS restrictions. Declaration of Conformity From today, businesses must ...