Six copolyesters, also known as speciality PET, were classified as fully compatible with the state-of-the-art recycling processes for PET bottles in Europe. This includes:
- Cristal™ EN076
- Cristal™ One
- Cristal™ One Pro
- Cristal™ One IM812
- Cristal™ One E
- Cristal™ One E Lux
Additionally, two of Eastman’s resins, Cristal™ EN067 and Cristal™ EN059 were recognised as limited compatible.
The approval follows independent testing conducted by PTI-Europe and Plastics Forming Enterprises (PFE), following an adapted version of the Recyclability Evaluation Protocol for PET bottles.1