Propak Cape showcases the sustainability benefits of plastics packaging

The South African plastics recycling industry continues to make strides in creating a circular economy for plastics. Recent statistics from Plastics SA revealed that plastics recycling increased by 3% in 2025 to 485-thousand tons, across the packaging, building, construction, agriculture, mining, automotive and consumer goods sectors. While the use of virgin polymer decreased by 2.8% and domestic plastic consumption decreased in 2025, plastics recycling and the use of recycled materials ...

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