Recycled PET Flakes Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report By Product (Clear, Colored), By End Use, By Region – Market Forecast, 2025–2034
Description
The recycled PET flakes market size is expected to reach USD 9.37 billion by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “Recycled PET Flakes Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report By Product (Clear, Colored), By End Use, By Region – Market Forecast, 2025–2034” gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.
Recycled PET (rPET) flakes are small, cleaned, and processed pieces of recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic, typically sourced from used bottles and containers. These flakes are used as raw material to produce new products such as packaging, textiles, and industrial components, supporting circular economy practices.
The driver of the recycled PET flakes market is the growing demand for recycled materials. Many industries and manufacturers are prioritizing the use of recycled materials in their production processes to meet sustainability goals and reduce their carbon footprint. Recycled PET flakes offer a viable solution as they can be used as a substitute for virgin PET resin in various applications, providing a more sustainable and environmentally friendly option.
Stringent regulations on plastic waste management play a significant role in driving the recycled PET flakes industry expansion. Many countries and regions have implemented regulations and policies to address the issue of plastic waste, including bans on single-use plastics, extended producer responsibility (EPR) schemes, and recycling targets. These regulations are driving the adoption of recycled PET flakes as a means to comply with these requirements and reduce the environmental impact of plastic waste.
The growing adoption of circular economy principles is driving the demand for recycled PET flakes. The circular economy model emphasizes the need to reduce, reuse, and recycle materials to minimize waste and optimize resource utilization. The use of recycled PET flakes aligns with these principles, as it promotes the recycling and reuse of PET bottles and products, thus closing the loop and creating a more sustainable and circular system.
Recycled PET Flakes Market Report Highlights
The clear segment accounted for 76.75% share in 2024, driven by the need for sustainable alternatives to virgin PET resin that can meet the visual and aesthetic requirements of various applications.
The fiber segment accounted for 13.42% share in 2024. It refers to the application of PET flakes in the production of fibers that are used in various textile and non-textile applications.
North America accounted for accounted for 29.01% global share in 2024 , driven by increasing environmental awareness and strong government support for sustainable packaging.
Asia Pacific recorded USD 38.82% revenue share in 2024, driven by rising plastic consumption, population growth, and increased environmental concerns.
A few global key players in the rPET flakes market are Alen USA; Amaani Polyflakes; Biffa PLC; Clear Path Recycling; GSM Plastic; Indorama Ventures; Langgeng Jaya Group; Pashupati Polytex; PolyQuest, Inc.; Polyvim; RCS Rohstoffverwertung GmbH; Veolia; and Verdeco Recycling.
Polaris Market Research has segmented the recycled PET flakes market report on the basis of product, end use, and region:
By Product (Revenue – USD Billion, 2020–2034)
Clear
Colored
By End Use (Revenue – USD Billion, 2020–2034)
Fiber
Sheet & Film
Strapping
Food & beverage bottles & containers
Non-food bottles & containers
Other
By Regional Outlook (Revenue – USD Billion, 2020–2034)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
Germany
UK
France
Italy
Spain
Russia
Netherlands
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
South Korea
Indonesia
Malaysia
Australia
Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
Argentina
Brazil
Mexico
Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa
UAE
Saudi Arabia
Israel
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa
Recycled PET (rPET) flakes are small, cleaned, and processed pieces of recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic, typically sourced from used bottles and containers. These flakes are used as raw material to produce new products such as packaging, textiles, and industrial components, supporting circular economy practices.
The driver of the recycled PET flakes market is the growing demand for recycled materials. Many industries and manufacturers are prioritizing the use of recycled materials in their production processes to meet sustainability goals and reduce their carbon footprint. Recycled PET flakes offer a viable solution as they can be used as a substitute for virgin PET resin in various applications, providing a more sustainable and environmentally friendly option.
Stringent regulations on plastic waste management play a significant role in driving the recycled PET flakes industry expansion. Many countries and regions have implemented regulations and policies to address the issue of plastic waste, including bans on single-use plastics, extended producer responsibility (EPR) schemes, and recycling targets. These regulations are driving the adoption of recycled PET flakes as a means to comply with these requirements and reduce the environmental impact of plastic waste.
The growing adoption of circular economy principles is driving the demand for recycled PET flakes. The circular economy model emphasizes the need to reduce, reuse, and recycle materials to minimize waste and optimize resource utilization. The use of recycled PET flakes aligns with these principles, as it promotes the recycling and reuse of PET bottles and products, thus closing the loop and creating a more sustainable and circular system.
Recycled PET Flakes Market Report Highlights
The clear segment accounted for 76.75% share in 2024, driven by the need for sustainable alternatives to virgin PET resin that can meet the visual and aesthetic requirements of various applications.
The fiber segment accounted for 13.42% share in 2024. It refers to the application of PET flakes in the production of fibers that are used in various textile and non-textile applications.
North America accounted for accounted for 29.01% global share in 2024 , driven by increasing environmental awareness and strong government support for sustainable packaging.
Asia Pacific recorded USD 38.82% revenue share in 2024, driven by rising plastic consumption, population growth, and increased environmental concerns.
A few global key players in the rPET flakes market are Alen USA; Amaani Polyflakes; Biffa PLC; Clear Path Recycling; GSM Plastic; Indorama Ventures; Langgeng Jaya Group; Pashupati Polytex; PolyQuest, Inc.; Polyvim; RCS Rohstoffverwertung GmbH; Veolia; and Verdeco Recycling.
Polaris Market Research has segmented the recycled PET flakes market report on the basis of product, end use, and region:
By Product (Revenue – USD Billion, 2020–2034)
Clear
Colored
By End Use (Revenue – USD Billion, 2020–2034)
Fiber
Sheet & Film
Strapping
Food & beverage bottles & containers
Non-food bottles & containers
Other
By Regional Outlook (Revenue – USD Billion, 2020–2034)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
Germany
UK
France
Italy
Spain
Russia
Netherlands
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
South Korea
Indonesia
Malaysia
Australia
Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
Argentina
Brazil
Mexico
Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa
UAE
Saudi Arabia
Israel
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa
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