B3011 plastics set to be permitted for export to non-OECD countries from 29 July
A statutory instrument laid before Parliament should allow for the resumption of B3011 plastics exports to non-OECD countries.
The...
Recycling prices and market commentary: 5 February 2021
There is a lot to think about for those moving recyclate at the moment, with different grades reacting to different conditions.
Turkey bans import of PE-based 391510 plastics
Turkey's Government has banned the import of commodity code 391510 plastics that are typically grades such as PET, HDPE and LDPE.
Turkey bans mixed plastic imports and requires all waste imports to have identity documentation
Turkey's General Directorate of Environmental Impact Assessment, Permit and Inspection has announced that the country has banned imports of mixed plastics.
Taiwan closes the door on plastic and bans mixed paper
Taiwan, the last Asian market for recovered plastic, has put the world on notice that it's about to close its doors.
A report by the...
Thailand considering plastic import ban from 1 January 2022
The Government of Thailand will look into the possibility of a plastic import ban from 1 January 2022.
Following...
Recycling prices and market commentary: 22 January 2021
Discussions in the market continue to be dominated with the trade into Europe whether you are sending material there of not.
Turkey looking to ease back on its plastic ban
Turkey is reportedly looking at a compromise solution so that some plastics may be allowed for import again following its recent ban.
China issues draft law to ban import of all solid waste
A consultation has been launched by the Chinese Government on new laws that would see a full ban on imports of all solid wastes...
Thai Government and Siam Kraft Industry agree 2% contamination limit on waste paper imports
A 2% contamination limit on waste paper imports has been agreed between the Thai Government and paper mill Siam Kraft Industry.
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