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Creating food-grade plastics presents unique challenges. The material must meet stringent safety and appearance standards—it's not just about recycling; it's about ensuring the resulting product is durable, visually appealing, and safe for consumption. This underscores an important goal in the recycling industry: to produce recycled plastics that are indistinguishable in quality and functionality from virgin materials.
Market Growth and Obstacles in Plastic Recycling
The global recycled plastics market is poised for impressive growth, projected to expand at an annual rate of 6% over the next decade—outpacing overall plastic market growth. However, achieving this potential faces significant hurdles, particularly in collection and sorting.