Eastman has obtained RecyClass Recyclability Approvals for its specialty PET resins and their corresponding Renew grades, which incorporate recycled content.
Six specialty plastics have been deemed fully compatible with advanced PET bottle recycling processes in Europe. These include:
Cristal EN076 Cristal One Cristal One Pro Cristal One IM812 Cristal One E Cristal One E Lux Six specialty plastics have been deemed fully compatible with advanced PET bottle recycling processes in Europe. These include:
Additionally, Cristal EN067 and Cristal EN059 were classified as having limited compatibility.
This certification follows independent testing by PTI-Europe and Plastics Forming Enterprises (PFE), using a modified version of the Recyclability Evaluation Protocol for PET bottles.
These specialty PET resins integrate seamlessly into existing recycling systems, making them well-suited for non-beverage packaging applications such as skincare jars, bottles, caps, and color cosmetics. Their lower crystallization rates compared to standard PET contribute to enhanced durability, exceptional transparency, and a glossy finish in final products, including thick-wall containers and rigid bottles.
The findings underscore the plastics industry's commitment to developing high-performance packaging solutions that support modern recycling infrastructure and promote plastic circularity.
This certification follows independent testing by PTI-Europe and Plastics Forming Enterprises (PFE), using a modified version of the Recyclability Evaluation Protocol for PET bottles.
These specialty PET resins integrate seamlessly into existing recycling systems, making them well-suited for non-beverage packaging applications such as skincare jars, bottles, caps, and color cosmetics. Their lower crystallization rates compared to standard PET contribute to enhanced durability, exceptional transparency, and a glossy finish in final products, including thick-wall containers and rigid bottles.
The findings underscore the plastics industry's commitment to developing high-performance packaging solutions that support modern recycling infrastructure and promote plastic circularity.