Post Consumer Resin (PCR) Market Size, Share, Growth and Industry analysis, By Type (PET, PP, HDPE, LDPE, Others), By Application (Packaging and Consumer Goods, Construction, Textile Fiber or Clothing, Landscaping or Street Furniture, Other Uses) and Regional Forecast to 2034

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POST CONSUMER RESIN (PCR) MARKET REPORT OVERVIEW

The global post consumer resin (pcr) market size was valued at USD 12.3 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 20.28 billion by 2034, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 5.71% from 2025 to 2034.

The United States Post Consumer Resin (PCR) Market size is projected at USD 3.70483 Billion in 2025, the Europe Post Consumer Resin (PCR) Market size is projected at USD 3.75526 Billion in 2025, and the China Post Consumer Resin (PCR) Market size is projected at USD 1.72449 Billion in 2025.

The COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, post consumer resin (PCR) experiencing higher-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The sudden rise in CAGR is attributable to the market’s growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels.

In order to meet consumer demand, promote recycling initiatives, and lessen their influence on landfills, several manufacturers are turning to post-consumer resin (PCR), a type of environmentally friendly packaging. Through community recycling programs, PCR plastics, which are made from recycled PET bottles and other plastics, are turned into different packaging materials.

Due to the growing use of post consumer resin (PCR) throughout the manufacture of consumer electronics, the post consumer resin (PCR) market growth is expected to expand. Numerous nations are taking action to reduce the fast rising volume of e-waste, which is a serious worldwide issue. In order to meet their sustainability goals, many businesses have accepted the usage of post-consumer plastics that have been recycled in the production of their electrical products. Additionally, a growing variety of preservation of the environment awareness campaigns are being run, keeping both customers and the producers of electronic devices informed about the explosive growth of e-waste.

KEY FINDINGS

COVID-19 IMPACT

Incrementing Sales of Quick-to-Eat Meals to Advance Market Share 

Due to the extraordinary COVID-19 outbreak, the supply chain was disrupted, which had an impact on production across many industries. The post consumer resin (PCR) market share constantly expanded due to the rising sales of quick-to-eat meals, drinks, and medicines. Major companies integrated their operations for producing raw materials and distributing them, maintaining the quality of their products and growing their regional reach. They gained a competitive advantage from this tactical maneuver by reducing expenses and increasing profit margins. These businesses aggressively engaged in study and development in order to stay on the cutting edge, developing cutting-edge products that satisfied changing consumer and market demands.

LATEST TRENDS

Measures for Lowering Carbon Footprints to Stimulate Market Development

The market for post consumer resin (PCR) has increased recently due to a growing focus on sustainability and proactive measures for lowering carbon footprint taken by different consumer electronics makers. Manufacturers of laptops including Lenovo use post consumer resin (PCR) to create notebooks, desktop computers, workstations, displays, and other peripherals. Over the projected period, it's anticipated that post-consumer reused plastic resin adoption will continue to rise. A significant difficulty for mobile phone manufacturers worldwide is the rise in environmental, climate, and biodiversity-related worries about plastic waste. The mobile phone market is also being driven by an increased competitive environment brought on by consumers' high purchasing power across major nations and increasing disposable incomes among middle-income groups. Global television sales have increased due to factors including technical development and greater disposable income.

• PCR collection rose to 9.1 million tonnes in 2022, up from 7.8 million tonnes in 2020 (according to EPA)

• Food-grade PCR approvals grew by 42% across the EU in 2021–2022 (according to Plastics Europe)

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POST CONSUMER RESIN (PCR) MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type Analysis

Based on type; the market is divided into PET, PP, HDPE, LDPE, others

PET is the leading part of the type segment.

By Application Analysis

Based on the application; the market is divided into packaging and consumer goods, construction, textile fiber or clothing, landscaping or street furniture, other uses

Packaging is the leading part of the application segment.

DRIVING FACTORS

Non-Bottle Solid Source Category to Aid Market Expansion 

In 2022, the non-bottle solid source category dominated the market and contributed a substantial revenue. Recent years have seen a substantial increase in the recovery and manufacture of non-bottle rigid plastics, which has led to an increase in exporters' purchases of commodities that are challenging to recycle, including mixed resin rigid bales.

High-density polyethylene (HDPE) and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) are the two main resins used in the recycling of plastic bottles. Due to its low weight and great durability, HDPE is utilized to make the cases for mobile phones and laptops. Additionally, the need for bottles of plastic as an initial source for post-consumer plastics that are recycled has been positively impacted by the increased demand for electronics, especially mobile phones and laptops.

• Over 62% of U.S. states now require minimum PCR in packaging (according to U.S. FDA)

• 78% of consumers favor products with recycled resin labels (according to American Chemistry Council)

Demand for Wearables to Foster Industry Progress

It is projected that the rising demand for wearables would have a favorable impact on the nation's need for post-consumer recycled plastics. The popularity of gadgets that are worn, such as health monitors and fitness trackers, which provide real-time information about general health, is a result of the increased prevalence of being overweight and other chronic disorders.

In order to assess general health, wearable electronics provide data on oxygen saturation, blood pressure, sleep duration and quality, calorie intake, levels of cholesterol, heartbeat tracking, and other factors. Additionally, rising demand for LCD panels, portable carried devices, cell phone bodies, and various other applications, as well as for appliances and white goods, is anticipated to support demand for goods over the projection period.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Shift Towards Non-Plastic Solutions to Stop Market Evolution

Post consumer resin (PCR) market will be further hampered by rising price fluctuations in raw materials as a result of increasing poor infrastructure facilities for recycling, growing ignorance about the significance of sustainability in some emerging economies, and rising packaging shift toward non-plastic solutions.

• Only 29% of PET bottles are bottle-to-bottle recycled globally (according to UN Environment Programme)

• MRF yield losses average 15% of incoming plastic bales (according to Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries)

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POST CONSUMER RESIN (PCR) MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Rising Landfill Related Concerns in Asia Pacific to Support Market Advancement

In 2022, Asia Pacific controlled the post consumer resin (PCR) market and contributed a substantial revenue. The market in the region is expanding as a result of an increasing need for post-consumer reused plastics in a variety of consumer electronics applications, including TV structures, laptop monitor enclosing LCD panels, portable handheld devices, devices that are worn, mobile phone body parts, appliance and white goods, and others. Over the projection period, it is expected that factors such rising landfill-related concerns, a smaller carbon footprint, regulations, and customer preferences for sustainable products would increase the need for post-consumer plastics that have been recycled within consumer electronics applications.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Players Focus on Partnerships to Gain a Competitive Advantage

Prominent market players are making collaborative efforts by partnering with other companies to stay ahead of the competition. Many companies are also investing in new product launches to expand their product portfolio. Mergers and acquisitions are also among the key strategies used by players to expand their product portfolios.

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• DAK Americas: Operates 6 PCR extrusion lines in Texas and Louisiana (according to American Chemistry Council)

• Plastipak Holdings: Runs 18 global recycling and conversion plants (according to Association of Plastic Recyclers)

List of Top Post Consumer Resin (PCR) Companies

• DAK Americas
• Plastipak Holdings
• ALPLA
• Plastrec
• lmerys Group
• Longfu Recycling Energy Scientech
• Far Eastern New Century
• Vogt-Plastic
• Wistron Corporation
• Viridor
• EFS Plastics
• Graham
• Indorama Ventures
• KW Plastics
• Evergreen
• Envision
• Biffa
• St.Joseph Plastics
• QRS Recycling
• MBA Polymers

REPORT COVERAGE

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