BASF’s UV-curable acrylic hotmelt acResin® UV 3532 has been approved by RecyClass for use on PET bottles, confirming its full compatibility with established European PET recycling processes under typical conditions as used in the assessment. During standard recycling operations, labels using acResin UV 3532 as pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) can be removed reliably, enabling clean PET streams and supporting high-quality recyclate. With the RecyClass approval of acResin UV 3532, BASF demonstrates that existing PSAs can also meet demanding recycling requirements while maintaining high performance in label applications.
The cross-industry initiative RecyClass is a leading authority for recyclability assessment helping packaging producers align with Design for Recycling guidelines. Technical details of the RecyClass assessment can be found under this link.
Enabling high-clarity filmic labels conforming to Design-for-Recycling criteria
New regulatory guidelines, growing sustainability expectations from consumers, and complex material streams are reshaping the packaging industry. As a result, recycling – along with reducing packaging waste and increasing reusability – has become one of the biggest challenges this industry is facing today. The RecyClass approval marks an important step from a regulatory perspective, as it aligns the label system with established Design-for-Recycling criteria under current EU guidance. In view of the upcoming implementation of the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and its mandatory recycled content targets, acResin UV 3532 helps brand owners and converters meet future legal requirements.
