Plastipak Introduces pakPET™ Single Pellet Solution to Support Recycled Content Goals in PET Packaging
Innovative resin solution combines virgin PET performance with built-in recycled content to help simplify manufacturing and support sustainability objectives
July 9, 2026 – PLYMOUTH, Mich. – Plastipak Packaging, Inc., a global leader in packaging and recycling solutions, today announced pakPET™ Single Pellet Solution, a sustainable PET resin designed to help manufacturers increase recycled content while maintaining packaging quality, consistency, and operational efficiency.
As companies continue to advance sustainability commitments and circular economy initiatives, many are seeking practical solutions that support recycled content goals without introducing additional complexity into manufacturing processes.
pakPET™ Single Pellet Solution combines virgin PET performance with built-in recycled content in a single, ready-to-use resin. The single-pellet formulation is suitable for a variety of PET packaging applications, including beverage and food containers, home and personal care packaging, pharmaceutical packaging, and thermoforming applications.
“Companies are looking for solutions that help them advance sustainability goals while maintaining the performance and reliability their operations require,” said Pedro Martins, Executive Managing Director, Europe. “pakPET™ Single Pellet Solution was developed to provide a practical approach to incorporating recycled content into PET packaging while simplifying processing and supporting consistent quality.”
Key benefits of pakPET™ Single Pellet Solution include:
- 30% recycled content integration
- Consistent packaging performance
- Simplified processing and qualification
- Drop-in compatibility with existing PET operations
- Food-contact approved for applicable packaging applications
- Certified post-consumer feedstock traceability through EN15343 certification
- Support for sustainability and circular economy initiatives
pakPET™ Single Pellet Solution is manufactured at Plastipak’s facility in Verbania, Italy, and is designed to help preform and resin customers achieve their sustainable packaging goals across a broad range of applications.
Coming soon in August of 2026 the introduction of pakPET™ Single Pellet Solution builds on Plastipak’s long-standing commitment to packaging innovation and recycling leadership.
As one of the few companies with expertise spanning recycling, resin production, preforms, and packaging manufacturing, Plastipak helps customers achieve sustainability goals while maintaining operational performance.
Plastipak operates five recycling centers globally and utilizes more than 500 million pounds (249,500 metric tons) of post-consumer recycled resin annually. Through continued investments in recycling infrastructure and packaging innovation, Plastipak is helping advance circular economy solutions for customers around the world.
To learn more about pakPET™ Single Pellet Solution, including its applications, benefits, and how it supports recycled content goals, explore this page.
About Plastipak Packaging, Inc.
Plastipak Packaging, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Plastipak Holdings, Inc., is a world leader in the design and manufacture of high-quality, rigid plastic containers for the food, beverage, and consumer products industries. Plastipak is also a leading recycler of rigid plastic packaging, producing food-grade post-consumer recycled resin for inclusion in new packaging. Plastipak operates more than 40 sites in the United States, South America and Europe, with a total of over 6,500 employees. Its customers include some of the world’s most respected and recognized consumer brands. Plastipak is also a leading innovator in the packaging industry, holding more than 420 United States patents for its state-of-the-art package designs and manufacturing processes. In addition, Plastipak licenses various packaging technologies around the world. Plastipak was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan. Additional information about Plastipak can be found at www.plastipak.com.
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