As the demand for PCR (Post Consumer Recyclate) film grows one key issue pervades the supply of PCR BOPP. Whilst PET recycled raw material is relatively abundant, as a by product of the PET bottle recycling industry, reliable sources of PP recyclate remain difficult to come by.

That’s why the Nu Agencies team were fascinated to discover an alternative (and readily available) source of sustainable PP resin feedstock and films.

Working with a European film producer we now have access to a 1000 tonnes of BOPP film in 2023 produced from Used Cooking Oil (or UCO). Whilst the product still falls between the gaps in terms of UK and EU legislation, we think the mere fact that the film is derived from a used source makes it an interesting product for those suppliers keen to offer sustainable alternative films and food packaging products.

The UCO comes from a reliable and plentiful source and is processed through a polymerisation plant on it’s journey to being returned to virgin PP resin.

Our BRCGS accredited manufacturer then uses this resin to produce BOPP films indistinguishable from standard products.

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