Waste Dive
11 September 2026
New Jersey delays PCR requirements for food-contact packaging to 2030
Why It Matters for ITAD
New technologies may create opportunities or challenges for equipment processing. Growing ESG focus creates opportunities for ITAD companies with strong sustainability credentials.
The state’s Department of Environmental Protection said technologies still don’t exist at scale to reliably meet the requirements. The Association of Plastic Recyclers disagreed, citing concerns about stranded recycling assets.
Key Takeaways
- • New Jersey delays PCR requirements for food-contact packaging to 2030.
