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North America Recycled Plastics Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032

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  • 146 Pages
  • January 2024
  • Region: North America
  • Expert Market Research
  • ID: 5934568
According to the report, the North America recycled plastics market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.2% between 2024 and 2032. Aided by the surging environmental concerns and a growing emphasis on sustainable manufacturing practices, the market is expected to grow significantly by 2032.

Recycled plastics refer to plastics that are collected, processed, and reprocessed into new products after their initial life cycle. They play a pivotal role in environmental conservation by reducing the need for new raw materials and curtailing the amount of waste destined for landfills, incinerators, or the natural environment. The recycling process also helps in decreasing greenhouse gas emissions, making it an essential component of a circular economy.

North America's focus on sustainable development and environmental conservation has been the cornerstone of the North America recycled plastics market growth. There's a burgeoning awareness amongst consumers about the detrimental impacts of single-use plastics and the potential benefits of recycled alternatives. This shift in consumer behaviour has prompted businesses across the supply chain to incorporate recycled plastics in their operations.

The packaging industry, in particular, has been at the forefront of this transition. With companies aiming to reduce their carbon footprint, there's a significant push towards using recycled plastics in packaging solutions. Brands are increasingly advertising their use of sustainable materials, further driving consumer interest and demand for recycled plastic products.

Another significant driver for the North America recycled plastics market demand is the legislative push and regulations imposed by governments. Various states in the U.S. and provinces in Canada have implemented stringent guidelines on plastic usage and have set recycling targets, compelling industries to increase their recycled plastic content.

Furthermore, technological advancements have enabled more efficient and cost-effective methods of recycling plastics. Advanced sorting techniques, improved purification processes, and innovations in converting recycled plastics into high-quality resins have paved the way for their broader applications across diverse sectors, including automotive, construction, and textiles.

The growing emphasis on the circular economy model in the region is also playing a crucial role in influencing the North America recycled plastics market outlook. Companies are not only focusing on recycling post-consumer plastics but are also looking into designing products that are inherently recyclable, leading to an integrated and sustainable approach to plastic usage and disposal.

Market Segmentation

The market can be divided based on type, raw material, application, and region.

Market Breakup by Type

  • Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
  • High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
  • Polypropylene (PP)
  • Low-density Polyethylene (LDPE)
  • Others

Market Breakup by Raw Material

  • Plastic Bottles
  • Plastic Films
  • Rigid Plastic and Foams
  • Fibres
  • Others

Market Breakup by Application

  • Food Contact Packaging
  • Packaging
  • Construction
  • Automotive
  • Others

Market Breakup by Region

  • United States
  • Canada

Competitive Landscape

The report looks into the market shares, plant turnarounds, capacities, investments, and mergers and acquisitions, among other major developments, of the leading companies operating in the North America recycled plastics market. Some of the major players explored in the report are as follows:
  • GFL Environmental Inc.
  • KW Plastics
  • MBA Polymers Inc.
  • UltrePET, LLC
  • Brightmark LLC
  • Seraphim Plastics
  • Others

Table of Contents

1 Preface2 Report Coverage - Key Segmentation and Scope
3 Report Description
3.1 Market Definition and Outlook
3.2 Properties and Applications
3.3 Market Analysis
3.4 Key Players
4 Key Assumptions
5 Executive Summary
5.1 Overview
5.2 Key Drivers
5.3 Key Developments
5.4 Competitive Structure
5.5 Key Industrial Trends
6 Market Snapshot
6.1 North America
7 Opportunities and Challenges in the Market
8 North America Recycled Plastics Market Analysis
8.1 Key Industry Highlights
8.2 North America Recycled Plastics Historical Market (2018-2023)
8.3 North America Recycled Plastics Market Forecast (2024-2032)
8.4 North America Recycled Plastics Market by Type
8.4.1 Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
8.4.1.1 Market Share
8.4.1.2 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.4.1.3 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.4.2 High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
8.4.2.1 Market Share
8.4.2.2 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.4.2.3 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.4.3 Polypropylene (PP)
8.4.3.1 Market Share
8.4.3.2 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.4.3.3 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.4.4 Low-density Polyethylene (LDPE)
8.4.4.1 Market Share
8.4.4.2 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.4.4.3 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.4.5 Others
8.5 North America Recycled Plastics Market by Raw Material
8.5.1 Plastic Bottles
8.5.1.1 Market Share
8.5.1.2 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.5.1.3 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.5.2 Plastic Films
8.5.2.1 Market Share
8.5.2.2 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.5.2.3 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.5.3 Rigid Plastic and Foams
8.5.3.1 Market Share
8.5.3.2 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.5.3.3 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.5.4 Fibres
8.5.4.1 Market Share
8.5.4.2 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.5.4.3 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.5.5 Others
8.6 North America Recycled Plastics Market by Application
8.6.1 Food Contact Packaging
8.6.1.1 Market Share
8.6.1.2 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.6.1.3 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.6.2 Packaging
8.6.2.1 Market Share
8.6.2.2 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.6.2.3 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.6.3 Construction
8.6.3.1 Market Share
8.6.3.2 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.6.3.3 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.6.4 Automotive
8.6.4.1 Market Share
8.6.4.2 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
8.6.4.3 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
8.6.5 Others
8.7 North America Recycled Plastics Market by Region
8.7.1 Market Share
8.7.1.1 United States
8.7.1.2 Canada
9 Regional Analysis
9.1 United States
9.1.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
9.1.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
9.2 Canada
9.2.1 Historical Trend (2018-2023)
9.2.2 Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10 Market Dynamics
10.1 SWOT Analysis
10.1.1 Strengths
10.1.2 Weaknesses
10.1.3 Opportunities
10.1.4 Threats
10.2 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
10.2.1 Supplier’s Power
10.2.2 Buyer’s Power
10.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
10.2.4 Degree of Rivalry
10.2.5 Threat of Substitutes
10.3 Key Indicators for Demand
10.4 Key Indicators for Price
11 Value Chain Analysis
12 Competitive Landscape
12.1 Market Structure
12.2 Company Profiles
12.2.1 GFL Environmental Inc.
12.2.1.1 Company Overview
12.2.1.2 Product Portfolio
12.2.1.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
12.2.1.4 Certifications
12.2.2 KW Plastics
12.2.2.1 Company Overview
12.2.2.2 Product Portfolio
12.2.2.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
12.2.2.4 Certifications
12.2.3 MBA Polymers Inc.
12.2.3.1 Company Overview
12.2.3.2 Product Portfolio
12.2.3.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
12.2.3.4 Certifications
12.2.4 UltrePET, LLC
12.2.4.1 Company Overview
12.2.4.2 Product Portfolio
12.2.4.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
12.2.4.4 Certifications
12.2.5 Brightmark LLC
12.2.5.1 Company Overview
12.2.5.2 Product Portfolio
12.2.5.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
12.2.5.4 Certifications
12.2.6 Seraphim Plastics
12.2.6.1 Company Overview
12.2.6.2 Product Portfolio
12.2.6.3 Demographic Reach and Achievements
12.2.6.4 Certifications
12.2.7 Others
13 Key Trends and Developments in the Market
List of Key Figures and Tables
1. North America Recycled Plastics Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2018 and 2032
2. North America Recycled Plastics Historical Market: Breakup by Type (USD Million), 2018-2023
3. North America Recycled Plastics Market Forecast: Breakup by Type (USD Million), 2024-2032
4. North America Recycled Plastics Historical Market: Breakup by Raw Material (USD Million), 2018-2023
5. North America Recycled Plastics Market Forecast: Breakup by Raw Material (USD Million), 2024-2032
6. North America Recycled Plastics Historical Market: Breakup by Application (USD Million), 2018-2023
7. North America Recycled Plastics Market Forecast: Breakup by Application (USD Million), 2024-2032
8. North America Recycled Plastics Historical Market: Breakup by Region (USD Million), 2018-2023
9. North America Recycled Plastics Market Forecast: Breakup by Region (USD Million), 2024-2032
10. North America Recycled Plastics Market Structure

Companies Mentioned

  • GFL Environmental Inc.
  • KW Plastics
  • MBA Polymers Inc.
  • UltrePET LLC
  • Brightmark LLC
  • Seraphim Plastics

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