In an era of resource scarcity and growing environmental awareness, the recycling of plastic waste by enterprises has emerged as a pivotal link in achieving sustainable development. As a widely used material, the disposal of plastic waste has long been a focal point of environmental concerns. By engaging in plastic waste recycling, enterprises not only help alleviate environmental pressures but also tap into new economic growth points, enhancing their social responsibility and market competitiveness.

Polypropylene (PP), a thermoplastic polymer with remarkable versatility, has emerged as a leading "green material" in recent years, driving innovation across diverse industries. Its unique combination of lightweight properties, chemical resistance, recyclability, and cost-effectiveness makes it an ideal choice for sustainable solutions.

The global market size of polypropylene (PP) recycled plastics has exceeded 8 million tons, with an annual growth rate of 12%, far exceeding the 3% growth rate of virgin PP. This "white gold", which accounts for 28% of global plastic consumption, is staging a counterattack from "white pollution" to "green circulation" through technological innovation and industrial chain collaboration.

As a popular destination for Chinese enterprises going global, what are the recent new developments in the plastic recycling industry in Vietnam? How will the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) system, which was implemented just last year, impact the plastic recycling industry there?

With the intensification of global efforts in plastic pollution control, recycled plastic technology has become crucial in promoting the circular economy. Recently, biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) films made from recycled polypropylene (rPP) resin have attracted attention within the industry.

The world's first bio-based thin-walled injection-molded polypropylene material has a breakthrough in reducing the wall thickness to 0.12 millimeters while still maintaining a flexural strength of 17 MPa. It reduces the weight by 38% compared with traditional PP materials and realizes a dual-path cycle of 100% physical recycling and biodegradation. This marks a milestone breakthrough in the field of green packaging materials in China.

At present, the global plastic recycling market is undergoing profound changes. The US r-PET market is showing an extremely strong demand, and in sharp contrast, the supply from Asia has fallen into a restricted predicament.

As the key equipment in the plastic processing industry, plastic machinery occupies an important position in China's manufacturing industry system. After more than 70 years of development, a complete industrial chain has been established at present. It not only meets the domestic demand but also shows strong competitiveness in the international market.

With the development of the construction industry and the increasing pursuit of a high-quality life by people, PPR pipes, by virtue of their continuously upgraded performance and green environmental protection characteristics, will surely continue to shine in the future market of water supply and drainage in buildings, laying a solid foundation for the construction of an excellent water usage environment.