PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1772272
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1772272
The global recycled polyolefin market size is anticipated to reach USD 100.94 billion by 2030 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.9% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The recycled polyolefin market has emerged as a cornerstone of today's circular economy, transforming post-consumer and industrial waste streams into high-value engineering resins.
Derived primarily from HDPE, LDPE and polypropylene scrap, these recycled materials offer a versatile blend of mechanical strength, chemical resistance and cost efficiency. Their applications span rigid and flexible packaging, automotive interior components, construction membranes and agricultural films, enabling brand owners and OEMs to meet both performance requirements and sustainability targets without compromising on product integrity.
A key growth driver is the convergence of regulatory mandates and corporate sustainability agendas, which has elevated recycled polyolefins from niche materials to strategic procurement assets. Stricter recycled-content thresholds in packaging regulations, coupled with voluntary net-zero pledges by multinational manufacturers, are forcing supply chains to secure reliable recyclate sources. At the same time, breakthroughs in advanced sorting, decontamination and compatibilization technologies have enhanced the quality and consistency of recycled polyolefins, making them an increasingly attractive alternative to virgin feedstocks in high-performance applications.
The market players are focusing on various strategic initiatives such as mergers, acquisitions, and collaborations. For instance, in March 2025, GCR Sustainable Plastic Solutions started operations at its new polyolefin recycling plant near Barcelona, Spain, after six years of development. The facility, one of the largest in Europe, can recycle over 130,000 tons of plastics per year and uses advanced technology to produce high-purity recycled materials.