As circular economies and sustainability gain momentum globally, recycled PET (rPET) has emerged as an eco-friendly packaging alternative minimizing plastic waste. But what exactly are RPET sheets? Let's explore why this versatile material promises durability alongside circular benefits. What is PET plastic? PET or polyethylene terephthalate plastic is commonly extracted from crude oil for making plastic bottles, containers, fibers etc, given its strength, transparency, processability and non-toxic properties. However, PET'S durability also makes waste management challenging with 500+ years for decomposition. Fortunately, PET is 100% recyclable. With nearly 30% global PET usage in water bottles, classification and recycling is possible for giving used PET renewed life. This is where RPET steps in. What are RPET Sheets? RPET or recycled PET sheets are made by reforming post-consumer, used PET into durable plastic sheets ideal for packaging applications. With up to 100% PCR content, RPET sheets skip oil refinement, saving significant carbon emissions. RPET sheets retain innate PET properties like high strength, flexibility, transparency and barriers while eliminating virgin plastic dependency. The remanufacturing process with automated sorting even removes over 30ppm impurities for compliance. Benefits of RPET Plastic Sheets: 🔹 Circular material flows reducing oil usage, waste and carbon footprint 🔹 USFDA approved food-contact compliant production for safety 🔹 Custom fabrication possible for tailored packaging solutions 🔹 High transparency showing off product aesthetics 🔹 Excellent oxygen and moisture stability Applications of RPET Sheets: The sustainable and high-performing properties of RPET plastic sheets make them ideal for food, medical, consumer goods and industrial packaging. Some applications include: ▫️ Thermoformed trays/clamshells, boxes & disposable containers ▫️ Medical device pouches & pharmaceutical cartons ▫️ Household product, toy & electronic accessories packaging ▫️ Printed blisters, clamshells and disposable plates/cups Durable, transparent and ethically produced - RPET sheets check all boxes as the packaging material of the future. A small step today towards recycled plastics can empower circular supply chains for generations. The Recycled PET sheets from Aerofibre are made from post-consumer PET bottles which undergo a thorough cleaning, sorting & shredding process. These are then transformed into high quality sheets. We are proud to be part of the solution to the global plastic waste problem and look forward to continuing to innovate and offer sustainable products to our customers. Contact us to know more.

In today's world, where environmental concerns are at the forefront, understanding the process of plastic bottle recycling is more important than ever. Have you ever wondered what happens to that plastic bottle after you toss it in the recycling bin? How does it go from being waste to being transformed into something new?