PureCycle’s PureFive Resin Qualifies for New Jersey’s 20% PCR Mandate Starting 2027
PCT•New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection confirmed PureCycle’s PureFive resin qualifies as post-consumer recycled content under the state’s Postconsumer Recycled Content Law (P.L.2021,c.391), enabling brand owners to meet the 20% PCR mandate starting January 2027. Amcor has already produced food-contact rigid containers incorporating at least 20% PureFive resin, demonstrating commercial readiness.
1. Regulatory Approval Secured
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection officially recognized PureFive resin as eligible post-consumer recycled content under P.L.2021,c.391, providing regulatory clarity on what constitutes PCR for food-contact packaging in the state.
2. Compliance Timeline and Requirements
A five-year exemption for food-contact rigid plastics expires January 2027, when a 20% PCR requirement takes effect, rising to 30% in 2030, 40% in 2033 and 50% in 2036, prompting immediate redesign and testing efforts.
3. Commercial Validation by Amcor
Amcor has successfully produced food-contact rigid containers incorporating at least 20% PureFive resin, validating that high-quality PCR can maintain performance, safety and scalability ahead of the 2027 mandate.
4. Technology and Supply Outlook
PureCycle’s patented dissolution recycling process yields high-purity polypropylene by removing color, odor and contaminants, positioning the company to meet growing domestic demand and reduce supply chain risk for brand owners.
