Increasing certified recycled content in film production requires materials that combine recycled feedstock with the mechanical characteristics needed for the intended application. When food contact is involved, the availability of the corresponding approval is also an important consideration.
UBECycle 2X series consists of PEPA resins obtained from post-industrial recycling. The process uses post-industrial residue that undergoes grinding, extruding and repelletizing, returning the material to production in both natural and colored options.
Designed to support higher levels of certified recycled content without compromising performance, the series combines a well-balanced mechanical profile with the benefits of certified recycled material. Testing on injected specimens demonstrates a combination of strength, stiffness suitable for demanding film production applications. Compared with reference virgin LDPE, UBECycle 2X delivers similar mechanical performance comparable to virgin PE while enabling manufacturers to increase the use of recycled content. This combination helps film producers advance their sustainability objectives without sacrificing the performance required for their applications.
Film producers can therefore use UBECycle 2X to increase certified recycled content while incorporating material recovered from post-industrial residue. Food contact approval is also available, making this an additional factor when assessing the series for relevant film production applications.
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