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China is increasing its exports of recycled plastics, particularly rPET and rPP, with estimated growth of 15–25% in recent years. This trend is creating direct competitive pressure on European recyclers and traders.

The European recycled polypropylene (rPP) market enters 2026 in a difficult environment, characterized by weak Q1 demand, downward price pressure, and intensified competition from virgin material. Value-chain players are adopting cautious strategies and becoming more selective regarding end-use applications.

According to recent industry analysis, declining demand and production adjustments in 2025 have led to lower virgin polymer prices in Europe, increasing pressure on recycled plastics markets—particularly rPP and rPE segments that compete directly with virgin materials.

Global demand for recycled plastics has slowed down in 2025, especially in cost-sensitive sectors, yet analysts project a market value of USD 133 billion by 2035 driven by sustainability targets and stricter circular economy regulations.

Cererea de materiale plastice reciclate (rPP, rPE) crește semnificativ în 2025, potrivit Business Review

Borealis Integra a finalizat conversia instalației din Elin Pelin, Bulgaria, către producția de rPP premium – 20 kt/an pentru aplicații de ambalaje și automotive.

Recycling plants in Europe operated at ~55% capacity in 2023; low-priced imports further undermine competitiveness.

Beijing, 8 august 2025 — Administrația de Stat pentru Reglementarea Pieței (SAMR) a emis nouă standarde naționale pentru sectorul plasticului reciclat, cu intrare în vigoare la 1 februarie 2026.