PET Bottle Recycling Process for the US Market

2023-07-03

The US has implemented recycling programs to promote PET bottle recycling, including recycling bins, services, and educational campaigns. Manufacturers and retailers are also taking action by using recyclable PET bottle packaging and providing recycling facilities. The PET bottle recycling rate in the US is around 28% as of 2021, while other PET packaging types have a lower recycling rate of 9%.


Why Choose BORETECH for PET Bottle Recycling Solutions in the US Market



With over 30 years of experience in the PET bottle recycling industry and focusing on recycling technology, BORETECH is committed to facilitating the recycling and washing of waste PET bottles. Based on our expertise in the PET bottle recycling industry, we have identified certain characteristics specific to the US market's bottle bales. This understanding enables us to custom design plastic PET bottle washing processes to transform waste PET bottles into high-quality RPET flakes suitable for various applications, including food-grade and textile-grade applications.


Some of the characteristics we observe in the US market's bottle bales are as follows:


  • Mixed Color Bottles: The bales contain PET bottles of various colors.
  • Rare PVC Label: Occasionally, there may be PET bottles with PVC labels present.
  • PVC Bottles: Some bales may include PET bottles with PVC content.
  • Multi-Layer Bottles: Bales might contain PET bottles with multiple layers, posing challenges for recycling.
  • High Contaminants and Unforeseen Materials: The bales may contain a higher level of contaminants and unexpected materials, requiring specialized sorting and cleaning processes.
  • Quality Affected by Sorting Centers: The quality of the bottle bales can be influenced by the practices at sorting centers.

In response to these specific characteristics of PET bottle bales in the US market, BORETECH employs modular process designs to accommodate the variations in bale quality across different regions. This approach enables us to produce high-quality recycled PET flakes tailored to meet the specific requirements of our customers, whether for food-grade or textile-grade applications.


Tailored PET Bottle Recycling Solutions for the US Market


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BORETECH is dedicated to advancing PET bottle recycling and cleaning, ensuring the production of superior-quality recycled PET flakes. By leveraging our understanding of the unique attributes of PET bottle bales in the US market, we strive to provide customized solutions that contribute to a more sustainable and circular economy. Fill out the inquiry form and let us help you achieve your sustainability goals.





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