Polyplastics Develops Recycled PLASTRON LFT Grades

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- Polyplastics Co Ltd has developed two new PLASTRON long-fibre thermoplastic (LFT) grades made with post-consumer recycled (PCR) polypropylene (PP), delivering mechanical performance equivalent to virgin material products.

The two developmental grades, PLASTRON SG20011 and RSG20013, contain more than 30 per cent PCR content and 30 per cent to 40 per cent glass fibre reinforcement and are currently undergoing sample production and evaluation.

According to the company in a statement, the new materials offer high rigidity and impact strength comparable to its existing commercial grades, while reducing product carbon footprint by more than 20 per cent compared with products made from virgin raw materials. 

Polyplastics said it will continue expanding its lineup of recycled and environmentally friendly materials, including products reinforced with cellulose fibres, to support broader application needs and sustainability goals.

Polyplastics is a global developer and producer of engineering thermoplastics, with a product portfolio covering POM, PBT, PPS, LCP, PET, COC and LFT.

Backed by more than 60 years of industry experience, the company operates an extensive global network of research and development (R&D), manufacturing and sales facilities, and holds leading global market share positions in POM, LCP and COC.

-- BERNAMA