Unlocking Recycled Plastic Limitations for Rotomoulding with SCGC GREEN POLYMER™ PCRLB02P

The plastics industry is entering a major transition. Driven by stricter environmental requirements, tightening regulations, and growing consumer demand for sustainable products, manufacturers and brand owners are increasingly turning toward recycled materials. This shift is transforming the industry from one that traditionally relied heavily on virgin feedstocks derived from oil and natural gas toward alternative materials that go beyond being merely “recyclable” — they must be capable of being recycled effectively with consistent quality and performance.

However, incorporating recycled materials into rotational moulding applications remains technically challenging. The rotomoulding process requires precise control of powder flow, thermal stability, and melt behavior, making material selection especially critical to maintaining mechanical performance and finished-part quality. In addition, the market has lacked high-PCR-content polymer solutions capable of meeting the demanding processing and performance requirements of rotational moulding applications.

To address this challenge, SCGC has developed a high-quality post-consumer recycled (PCR) resin for rotational moulding applications: SCGC GREEN POLYMER™ PCRLB02P. This development builds upon the recycling of used school milk pouches collected through the “Upcycling Milk Pouch Project.” Recently, SCGC developed a high-quality post-consumer recycled (PCR) resin for rotational molding applications, grade PCRLB02P, under the SCGC GREEN POLYMER™ brand. This development builds upon the recycling of used school milk pouches collected through the “Milk Pouch Recycling Project.” PCRLB02P contains more than 57% recycled content, offers excellent color flexibility, and enables traceability throughout the supply chain through the use of GRS-certified recycled raw materials. The material allows manufacturers to create a wide range of aesthetic finishes, including PCR Natural, customized solid colors, and specialty effects such as Stone Effect finishes. By overcoming the traditional limitations of recycled materials, PCRLB02P maintains strong mechanical performance and UV protection properties suitable for outdoor applications.

Key Advantages of SCGC GREEN POLYMER™ PCRLB02P

• • Reduced Carbon Footprint. 57% PCR content, one of the highest-PCR-content levels available for rotomoulding grades. Carbon footprint of 1.20 kg CO₂eq/kg, significantly lower than virgin PE. Fully traceable PCR supply chain with supporting certification documentation.
  • Enhanced Design Flexibility. Natural translucent (light brown) base allows pigmentation to any desired color. Supports PCR Natural, Customized Plain Color, and Customized Stone Effect. Enables greater product differentiation and brand alignment.
  • Optimized Strength and Flexibility. PCRLB02P delivers a strong balance between strength and ductility, with elongation at break up to 900% and reliable impact performance for demanding applications. Additionally, the material exhibits a low PCR penalty rate, meaning that increasing recycled content results in relatively minimal loss of impact strength compared to conventional alternatives.
    

• • UV Stability for Outdoor Applications. Formulated with UV8-level stabilization. Suitable for outdoor furniture, planters, and garden applications. Provides UV resistance comparable to standard virgin rotomoulding grades.
  • Processing Ease. Supplied in powder form for standard rotomoulding equipment. Recommended PIAT: ~220–230°C. Produces smooth surface finish with reduced pinhole defects, even at high PCR content .
  • Certifications & Compliance.
    • GRS (Global Recycled Standard) — verified recycled content and traceability
    • ISO 9001 — quality management system
    • ISO 14001 — environmental management system

Recommended Applications for SCGC GREEN POLYMER™ PCRLB02P

• • Furniture: Rotomoulded chairs, stools, and tables for indoor and outdoor use. UV-stabilized formulation ensures long service life under sun exposure.
  • Decorative Items & Planters: Planters and decorative products requiring customized colors or special visual effects.
  • General Rotomoulded Products: Storage tanks, containers, material handling equipment, and enclosures that require both durability and sustainability credentials.
  • Sustainable Branded Products: Applications requiring certified recycled content documentation for ESG reporting, eco-labeling, and sustainability claims, supported by GRS certification.
    

For more information about SCGC GREEN POLYMER™ PCRLB02P for rotational moulding applications, please contact: rotomolding@scg.com