Why is the Use of PCR Plastic Advocated?

  The growing awareness of plastic's devastating impact on our environment and oceans has spurred a global movement to reduce consumption. However, the scale of the problem is often underestimated. Scientists estimate that a staggering 8 million tons of plastic waste enter our oceans every year, equivalent to a garbage truck being dumped into the sea every minute. The current accumulation is believed to be around 150 million tons. If this trend continues, predictions suggest there could be 250 million tons within a decade, and by 2050, the ocean could contain more plastic by weight than fish.

  This pollution directly harms marine wildlife through ingestion and entanglement and introduces microplastics into the food chain, ultimately affecting human health. In response to this crisis, governments are enacting stringent regulations. The European Union, for example, has set mandates requiring that plastic products contain a minimum of 25% PCR content by 2025 for certain applications. This regulatory push, combined with consumer demand for sustainable products, is driving major brands to actively develop and incorporate PCR plastics into their packaging and products. Using PCR plastic is no longer just an environmental choice; it is a strategic necessity that fulfills corporate social responsibility and promotes the efficient, circular use of resources.