What does rPET stand for?

The "r" in rPET stands for "recycled." While virgin PET plastic is derived from petroleum and petrochemicals, it can be recycled into rPET—a material that conserves natural resources.

An industry study conducted by ALPLA revealed that producing rPET generates fewer carbon emissions compared to virgin PET. According to ALPLA's PET Recycling Team, the carbon footprint of rPET is 0.45 kg CO₂ equivalent per kilogram, whereas virgin PET accounts for 2.15 kg CO₂ equivalent per kilogram. These findings are consistent with a 2019 report released by the Association of Plastic Recyclers.

rPET is a more sustainable alternative, and technically, it can replace PET in any application. Numerous studies also indicate that plastic generally has a lower carbon footprint than traditional materials such as glass, aluminum, and paper.

Advantages of Our rPET Dinnerware:

1. Contains 80% post-consumer recycled water bottles.
2. Reinforced for temperature resistance from -20°C to 160°C; dishwasher-safe and microwave-safe.
3. Fully recyclable at end-of-life, with the capacity to be recycled up to 15 times.
4. Certified food-safe by the FDA and LFGB.
5. Holds GRS (Global Recycled Standard) certification.
6. Approved by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
7. Recycling system approved by the FDA.

Our Factory’s Strengths:

Our factory is developing an integrated industrial chain—from PET recycling to rPET product manufacturing. Key processes include:

1. PET Recycling: Our recycling stations are operational, handling compression and transportation.
2. Material Purification: Using advanced machinery imported from Germany.
3. Material Modification: Enhancing heat resistance beyond standard PET (which withstands up to 65°C) through three specialized formulas:
   · Formula A: withstands up to 145°C
   · Formula B: withstands up to 205°C
   · Formula C: withstands up to 245°C

Comparison with PP:

1. Modified rPET offers superior temperature resistance.
2. rPET products have thicker walls and a more premium appearance.
3. Better antioxidant properties than PP.
4. Higher material density, resulting in a sturdier feel.
5. Mold costs are at least 50% higher than those for PP products.

Comparison with Melamine:

1. rPET easily meets LFGB standards, while melamine often struggles to comply.
2. Microwave-safe (up to 5 minutes at high temperature, 6 minutes at medium temperature); melamine is not microwave-safe.
3. More cost-effective than melamine.

Environmental Impact of rPET:

Recycling PET bottles not only diverts waste from landfills but also creates valuable raw material for new products. Using recycled PET resin significantly lowers greenhouse gas emissions, reduces carbon footprint, and requires less energy compared to producing items from virgin materials or landfilling.