IPL Schoeller and PureCycle Launched SnapPack EVO Line
The new container line uses recycled polypropylene to help brands meet evolving state packaging mandates.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Consumer Goods
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IPL Schoeller and PureCycle Technologies have introduced the SnapPack Square EVO container line. The products incorporate 20% PureFive recycled polypropylene resin to assist brand owners with regulatory compliance.
Why it matters
The collaboration provides an off-the-shelf solution for companies to meet state-mandated recycled content requirements without the expense and time of custom development. This platform directly addresses the legal necessity of integrating post-consumer recycled materials into packaging.
The SnapPack Square EVO line features 20% PureFive recycled polypropylene resin, which exceeds the current New Jersey minimum requirement of 10% for rigid plastic packaging. PureCycle produces this resin through a patented dissolution process.
The players
IPL Schoeller
This company is a global manufacturer of rigid plastic packaging solutions with production facilities across North America, Europe, and the United Kingdom.
PureCycle Technologies
This firm specializes in advanced plastic recycling, utilizing a patented dissolution process to convert polypropylene waste into high-quality recycled resin.
The details
The containers utilize PureCycle's patented dissolution technology to transform polypropylene plastic waste into APR Certified resin. This material qualifies as recycled content under New Jersey's regulatory standards.
Timeline
Fall 2026 is the expected timeframe for commercial availability.
2027 marks the rise of New Jersey's mandate to 20% recycled content.
2027-2032 covers the window for California and Oregon EPR law deadlines.
2036 is the year New Jersey's mandate increases to 50% recycled content.
Market Landscape
The introduction of the SnapPack EVO line mirrors a broader industry trend where manufacturers prioritize sustainable materials to align with state-led environmental compliance requirements. This move positions the firms to capture market share from brand owners facing increasingly strict packaging mandates across North America.
Brand owners utilizing this packaging line may face lower barriers to regulatory compliance, potentially reducing the development costs associated with meeting state laws. Consumers may see increased availability of products housed in certified recycled plastic as manufacturers scale adoption of these materials.
The takeaway
Companies are increasingly turning to pre-certified recycled material platforms to simplify the complex transition toward sustainable packaging requirements. Businesses that proactively adopt these recycled content standards can navigate upcoming state EPR deadlines with greater ease.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Renewable Carbon News.
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