Aldi also “follows the trend” of 100% recycled PET plastic bottles being rolled out globally

In related reports, Aldi UK has introduced 100% recycled plastic (rPET) in some of its own-brand washing up liquid bottles, such as Magnum washing up liquid, as well as its antibacterial and 1-litre Magnum Classic variants (excluding caps and labels) , and is being rolled out in stores nationwide

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Prior to this, Coca-Cola Philippines announced in 2023 that its 190 ml and 390 ml soft drinks Coca-Cola Original and 500 ml purified water Wilkins Pure have used 100% recycled PET (rPET) plastic bottles (excluding caps and labels) ).

It is understood that Coca-Cola has launched at least one brand using 100% recycled PET in more than 40 countries around the world, including ASEAN countries such as Indonesia, Myanmar and Vietnam. Coca-Cola rPET bottles maintain high quality standards and comply with local regulations and the company’s strict global standards for food-grade rPET packaging. Since 2019, the company has also used 100% rPET packaging for its Sprite 500ml products.

It can be seen that the recycled plastic granule industry has broad prospects and has a wide range of application space. In daily life, recycled particles can be used to make various plastic bags, buckets, basins, toys and other daily utensils and various plastic products; in the clothing industry, they can be used to make clothes, ties, buttons, and zippers; in the chemical industry, they can be used to make Reactors, pipes, containers, pumps, valves, etc. are used in chemical production sites to solve corrosion and wear problems; in agriculture, they can be used to make agricultural films, water pumping pipes, agricultural machinery, fertilizer packaging bags, and cement packaging bags. In addition, recycled particles are also widely used in the electrical industry and telecommunications industry.

Sustainable development has become the main theme of the times, and the application fields of recycled plastics are becoming increasingly widespread. As an industry leader, Hebei Zaimei Polymer Materials Co., Ltd. (Zaimei) is embracing this opportunity with its excellent technology and strong production capabilities and making outstanding contributions to the sustainable development of the plastics industry.

Since its establishment in 2020, Zaimei has been focusing on the production of food-grade recycled high-density polyethylene (RHDPE) pellets. The company has more than 100 employees, including more than 10 first-level polymer technology R&D personnel. It has established an independent polymer materials research center and cooperates with many well-known universities to form a strong R&D force. The company occupies an area of ​​40,200 square meters, with a total investment of 120 million yuan. Its annual output of RHDPE plastic granules reaches 100,000 tons, achieving an annual output value of 575 million yuan, demonstrating strong production strength.

Zaimei’s core product, small hollow RHDPE pellets, is derived from waste plastic packaging bottles that are widely recycled in society, such as milk bottles, soy sauce bottles, shampoo bottles, etc. Through high R&D investment and advanced production line technology, Zaimei has successfully achieved high-quality development and high-value use of RHDPE. The content of RHDPE produced in blow molded products exceeds 40%.

With its rich industry experience and complete production management system, Zaimei has made outstanding contributions to the green, circular and sustainable development of the recycled plastics industry. Under the macro trend of sustainable development, Hebei Zaimei Polymer Materials Co., Ltd. will continue to improve its technology and production capabilities to meet the growing market demand for recycled plastics, and through continuous innovation and optimization, promote the industry to become more environmentally friendly, A green future.


Post time: Jul-17-2024