https://www.plastech.biz/en/news/tag/polypropylene-pp-67 · 27.07.2026

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Amcor adds lightweight Shadow roll-on for deo packaging

Amcor has expanded its deodorant packaging range with Shadow, a lightweight roll-on offering branding flexibility and recycle-ready PE and PP components that can include up to 60% PCR content.

2025-11-13 packagings

Kinnarps reduces CO₂ emissions by 86% via material swaps

Kinnarps, together with Polykemi and injection moulder Nolato, reduced CO2 emissions for a desk pedestal base frame by 86% through two consecutive material changes, first from PA6 to high-crystalline PP and then to recycled PP, without altering the production process.

2025-11-12 polypropylene (PP)

ChemCourier: PP price outlook for October and November 2025

By the end of the current month, polypropylene prices are expected to remain stable with a marginal decline. Although increased activity is observed among converters, particularly in PP homopolymer, this is not a broad-based trend.

2025-10-21 analysis

Pharma packaging shifts to recyclable, automated and smart

Regulation, sustainability and digitalisation are reshaping pharmaceutical packaging. From PP and PET monomaterial blisters to robotics, high-speed aseptic lines and smart labels, the sector is moving now ahead of PPWR deadlines, with solutions set to feature at interpack 2026.

2025-10-20 packaging industry

Rexelian launches recycled polyolefin compounds for mobility

Rexelian has launched as an independent compounder of recycled PP and PE for mobility, appliances and electronics, leveraging access to GCR Group’s 500 kt per year infrastructure and focusing on traceability, quality and EU circularity targets.

2025-10-07 compounds

Unique Performance and long-term reliability thanks to plasma technology

At K 2025, Plasmatreat will demonstrate atmospheric pressure plasma solutions for improving adhesion, coating and printing on standard and recycled plastics, including PUR in-mold coating for PP, printing on recycled substrates and inline treatment of EPDM profiles.

2025-10-06 polyurethanes (PUR)

SML introduces Austrofil Vertex spinning lines for PET yarn

SML has unveiled the Austrofil Vertex multifilament spinning concept for PET yarns, designed for efficient POY and FDY production at low titres and higher throughput. The modular line also processes PP and PA and offers scalable ends, extruder choices and winding options.

2025-10-06 machines

Integra Plastics to switch to rPP with Borcycle M in 2025

In October 2025, Integra Plastics in Bulgaria will shift from rLDPE to recycled polypropylene, installing Borealis' Borcycle M mechanical recycling technology. The upgrade targets value-add and premium rPP grades and will lift capacity beyond the current 20,000 metric tons.

2025-10-03 recycling

Foamed PP coffee cup developed by SML and KGL

SML and KGL S.A. have developed a thermoformed foamed PP coffee cup for hot-fill applications, combining heat resistance with material savings and PPWR-compliant recyclability.

2025-10-01 recycling

Kurz to show NFPP, rPET and and bio-based materials at K 2025

At K 2025 in Düsseldorf, Leonhard Kurz will present NFPP lightweight composites, Recosys rPET-based textiles and EcoLayer FX decoration for PP-based substrates, focusing on scalable approaches to circularity and resource efficiency in automotive interiors.

2025-09-30 sustainability

Bio-Fed to present circular and biobased compounds at K 2025

Bio-Fed, a branch of Akro-Plastic within the Feddersen Group, will showcase recycled, biobased and biodegradable compound lines at K 2025, including M·Cyclose, M·Biobase and M·Vera, with applications across injection moulding, extrusion and film.

2025-09-30 recyclates

Ampacet unveils low-halogen and halogen-free Flame retardant masterbatches at K 2025

Ampacet, a global masterbatch leader, will showcase its innovative flame retardant portfolio at K 2025, addressing evolving regulatory, safety, and supply chain demands in the plastics industry.

2025-09-29 fairs