Action Plan for Promoting Recycled Materials Released, Bringing New Green Opportunities for Plastic Packaging Industry
Key Policy Highlights
The plan targets a domestic recycled plastic production capacity of 19.5 million tons by 2030.
- Prioritize recycled‑material adoption for non‑food‑contact packaging bags and shrink films. For food‑contact packaging, increase recycled‑material content step‑by‑step under safety guarantees.
- Government procurement gives priority to packaging with GRS certification. E‑commerce brands are incorporating recycled packaging into their supply‑chain assessment standards.
- Improve standards and certification systems for recycled materials, advance mutual recognition between domestic and overseas certifications to lower compliance costs for exporters.
Impacts on Packaging Manufacturers
Domestic Market: Downstream buyers increasingly require recycled‑material ratios and green certifications during supplier evaluation. Factories with recycled‑material production and traceability capabilities gain stronger competitive edges.
Overseas Trade: Domestic policy aligns with overseas regulations including EU PPWR and India EPR. Overseas buyers show growing demand for PCR recycled materials, GRS certificates and TC documents.
Suggestions for Enterprises
- Develop recycled‑material versions for non‑food‑contact items such as courier bags and outer packaging bags; build technical reserves for food‑grade packaging.
- Select qualified recycled raw‑material suppliers, keep incoming inspection and traceability records for factory audits.
- Obtain certifications such as GRS as needed, complete test reports and build full compliance document packages.
- Optimize product structures to improve packaging recyclability.
Conclusion
The adoption of recycled materials is an irreversible trend for the packaging industry. Enterprises that proactively develop recycled‑material product lines while ensuring quality and compliance can seize market opportunities in both domestic and global green packaging sectors.
