Waste360
3 August 2026
NAPCOR Reports PET Thermoform Recovery Reaches Record High, While Challenges Persist
Why It Matters for ITAD
Market movements like this can signal shifts in demand for ITAD services. Growing ESG focus creates opportunities for ITAD companies with strong sustainability credentials.
PET thermoform recovery across the U.S. and Canada surged to 264 million pounds in 2024, marking a 52% increase from 2023. Despite this leap, the industry faces a circularity gap: yield losses, label and lid contamination, and lacking curbside collections hinder progress. These realities leave virgin resin dominating the market, making up 79% of thermoform feedstock.
Key Takeaways
- • NAPCOR Reports PET Thermoform Recovery Reaches Record High, While Challenges Persist.
