Market Size of Engineering Plastic Recycling Industry
Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
Market Volume (2024) | 12.89 Million tons |
Market Volume (2029) | 18.10 Million tons |
CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 7.03 % |
Fastest Growing Market | Europe |
Largest Market | Asia Pacific |
Major Players*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Plastic Recycling Market Analysis
The Engineering Plastic Recycling Market size is estimated at 12.89 Million tons in 2024, and is expected to reach 18.10 Million tons by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 7.03% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
The COVID-19 pandemic harmed the engineering plastic recycling sector. Global lockdowns and severe rules enforced by governments resulted in a catastrophic setback as most production hubs were shut down. Nonetheless, the business has been recovering since 2021 and is expected to rise significantly in the coming years.
- The major factor driving the growth of the market studied is the growing emphasis on sustainability among consumers and packaging products and the increasing use of recycled polyester.
- On the flip side, difficulty in collecting and sorting mixed plastic is expected to hinder the market's growth.
- Innovations in recycling technologies for the automatic processing and sorting of plastics are expected to provide ample opportunities in the global engineering plastic recycling market.
- The Asia-Pacific region accounted for the largest share; however, Europe is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.