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

Polypropylene (PP)
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Bio-Fed launches M·Cyclose recyclates and custom compounds

Bio-Fed, a branch of Akro-Plastic GmbH, introduced M·Cyclose, a product line of recyclate solutions that combines ready-to-use grades with customer-specific compounds for packaging, household appliances and consumer goods.

2025-09-25 recyclates

Allrounder Cube 1800 for two-colour caps at K 2025

Arburg will present the Allrounder Cube 1800 at K 2025 on stand 13A13, producing two-colour PP caps on a 4+4-cavity Foboha cube mould. The compact cell integrates a six-axis robot to automate removal and aims to shorten cycles and increase output.

2025-09-25 injection moulding press/machines

The Wintec e-win delivers all-electric efficiency with outstanding cost-effectiveness

ENGEL will showcase the Wintec e-win 1800 all-electric injection moulding machine at K 2025, transferring e-mac technology to a standardised platform. The compact series targets small and mid-tonnage applications with short delivery times and a cost-efficient specification.

2025-09-24 injection moulding press/machines

Chem-Courier: polish polypropylene market under pressure

The situation on the Polish polypropylene market remains stable but difficult. Low demand and the presence of cheap imported material are limiting the ability of producers and trading companies to maintain polypropylene prices.

2025-09-22 analysis

Starlinger PP cap-to-cap recycling process cleared by FDA

The US FDA has issued a No Objection Letter for Starlinger’s polypropylene cap-to-cap recycling process on the recoSTAR dynamic system, allowing beverage caps made from 100% post-consumer PP to be used under Conditions of Use C to H, including hot fill.

2025-09-19 recycling

The impact of optical sorting accuracy on the quality of polymer regranulate

If someone tried to trace their everyday life without plastic today, it would quickly prove to be an almost impossible task. Plastics have become so ubiquitous that it is difficult to notice how quickly everyday items turn into waste.

2025-09-16 sorting

The MOL Group transforms plastic waste into high-value products

MOL Group has completed its first ISCC PLUS-certified production run with circular feedstock at Tiszaújváros, converting post-consumer plastic waste-based feedstock into PE and PP. The pilot applied a mass balance approach on the steam cracker and downstream polymerization.

2025-09-15 chemical recycling

Palsgaard to present plant-based polymer additives at K 2025

Palsgaard will present plant-based polymer additives at K 2025, led by the new Einar 987 anti-fouling additive and supported by anti-static and anti-fog solutions for plastics processing and packaging.

2025-09-15 additives

Netstal to run Elios 5500 PAC thin-wall IML pails at K 2025

At K 2025 in Düsseldorf, Netstal will demonstrate a high-performance cell for 1-liter in-mold labeled pails on the Elios 5500 PAC injection molding machine. The exhibit combines thin-wall molding, fast cycles and energy-efficient operation for packaging applications.

2025-09-12 injection moulding press/machines

Coveris launches monomaterial resealable tray for chilled foods

Coveris has introduced the MonoFlexBP resealable monomaterial tray for refrigerated foods, paired with a PET- and PA-free lidding film for PP trays. The solution targets recyclability, shelf life and compatibility with existing lines.

2025-09-10 packagings

Südpack presents CarbonLite mono-material pouches at Fachpack

Südpack and Sn Maschinenbau will demonstrate production of mono-PE stand-up pouches with an integrated PE zipper on a standard horizontal machine at Fachpack 2025. The CarbonLite film family offers PE- and PP-based barrier options without aluminum or metallization.

2025-09-09 packagings

TotalEnergies and CooperVision use ISCC Plus PP in lens packs

TotalEnergies and CooperVision have enabled the use of ISCC Plus-certified polypropylene in blister packs for selected contact lenses, using a mass balance approach. The renewable polymer is derived mainly from sunflower and rapeseed oils processed at La Mède and is intended to improve packaging footprint without changing performance.

2025-09-05 polypropylene (PP)