Rigid polyolefins like polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (HDPE) are recyclable and can be incorporated into existing recycling systems. However, recycling post-consumer food packaging is challenging due to high purity standards required for re-use in food-contact applications. Contaminants such as food residues, ink, labels, and adhesives complicate this process. Additionally, supply and demand issues also impact the future of circular rigid packaging.

Chris Saunders reports on the initiatives trying to tackles the issues. Read the full article