Eastman received RecyClass Recyclability Approvals for eight copolyester resins and their equivalent Renew grades, containing recycled content.
The approval follows independent testing conducted by PTI-Europe and Plastics Forming Enterprises (PFE), following an adapted version of the Recyclability Evaluation Protocol for PET bottles.
Six copolyesters, also known as speciality PET, were classified as fully compatible with the state-of-the-art recycling processes for PET bottles in Europe. This includes:
- Cristal EN076
- Cristal One
- Cristal One Pro
- Cristal One IM812
- Cristal One E
- Cristal One E Lux
Additionally, two of Eastman’s resins, Cristal EN067 and Cristal EN059 were recognised as limited compatible.
These modified copolyesters do not interfere with the established recycling processes, making them an ideal solution for non-beverage packaging applications such as skincare jars, bottles, caps, and colour cosmetics. With their lower crystallisation rates compared to standard PET, these resins offer durability, high transparency, and lustre in final products.
The results highlight the ongoing efforts of the plastics industry to develop high-performance packaging solutions that align with state-of-the-art recycling infrastructures and contribute toward increasing plastics circularity.
