PCR website info

ABS (Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) plastic

PCR Certification

Can use up to:

100% recycled ABS on existing molds

Difference in color:

70% PCR ABS raw material

Virgin ABS raw material

35% PCR ABS used in injection

Virgin ABS used in injection


(same pink pigment added)


(same pink pigment added)

Difference in cost:

+ 20~50% more to use certified PCR ABS

Difference in function:

None



PP (Polypropylene) plastic

PCR Certification


Can use up to:

55% recycled PP on existing molds (without affecting the function of the product)

Difference in color:

85% PCR PP raw material

Virgin PP raw material



85% PCR PP used in injection

Virgin ABS used in injection

Difference in cost:

+ 20~50% more to use certified PCR PP

Difference in function:

More brittle


How to Integrate Recycled Plastics into My New Product: Navigating the Barriers and Overcoming the Challenges
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