Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) remains a cornerstone of the PCR packaging industry, particularly in the food and beverage sector. PET’s popularity is due to its high recyclability rate compared to other polymers. The industry has seen a considerable increase in the recycling capacity for PET, with a significant portion of new PET production incorporating recycled PET (rPET). This is in response to both consumer demand for sustainable products and regulatory frameworks that incentivize the use of recycled content. Looking ahead, the industry is focused on improving recycling technologies and infrastructure to meet the expected demand and regulatory requirements, with a specific emphasis on enhancing the quality and availability of rPET​ (Towards Packaging)​.

These developments highlight a dynamic and rapidly evolving industry, facing both opportunities and challenges as it strives to meet the sustainability demands of the modern consumer and regulatory bodies.