What is ISO 18263?

ISO 18263 is an international standard titled:

“Plastics — Recycled plastics — Characterization of polyolefin recyclates.”

This standard provides a framework for:

  1. Classifying recycled PE and PP materials
  2. Defining essential quality characteristics
  3. Establishing sampling and testing procedures
  4. Supporting specification and procurement activities

It ensures that recycled polyolefins—used in Moulding, extrusion, and other applications—meet defined physical, mechanical, and chemical property thresholds, making them suitable for manufacturing new products.

Why is ISO 18263 important?

With the growing demand for sustainable plastic solutions, industries face challenges related to material consistency, quality verification, and regulatory approval when using recycled polymers.

ISO 18263 provides a standardized approach to:

  1. Assess and certify the suitability of recycled PE and PP
  2. Enable quality assurance and control in recycled plastic use
  3. Support traceability and transparency in the recycling supply chain
  4. Foster market confidence in recycled-content products

Whether you're a recycler, compounder, or manufacturer, ISO 18263 helps you guarantee that recycled materials perform reliably and meet buyer or regulatory expectations.

What are the benefits of ISO 18263?

By adopting ISO 18263, businesses can ensure they are using safe, consistent, and tested recycled polyolefin materials. Key benefits include:

  1. Standardized Material Classification: Clearly defines types and grades of recycled PE and PP
  2. Improved Testing & Validation: Standardized tests ensure recycled materials meet essential specifications
  3. Support for Eco-Labeling and Green Procurement: Validates the use of recycled content in product labeling
  4. Minimized Material Failure Risk: Prevents poor-quality inputs that can result in defects or recalls
  5. Better Supplier Communication: Ensures consistent quality expectations across the supply chain


What kind of businesses can benefit from ISO 18263?

Implementing ISO 18263 brings significant advantages to your business and brand:

  1. Supports Sustainability Goals

          Align your business with circular economy principles and environmental regulations.

  1. Enhances Market Acceptance

         Gain access to markets requiring proof of recycled material quality, including government procurement and green certifications.

  1. Reduces Risk and Waste

          Minimize the risk of product failures by verifying the properties of recycled inputs.

  1. Improves Customer Trust

          Demonstrate a commitment to quality and sustainability by using ISO-characterized Recyclites.

  1. Enables Eco-Certifications

          Facilitate compliance with ecolabels such as Blue Angel, EU Ecolabel, or Green Pro.

  1. Optimizes Material Selection

          Engineers and buyers can confidently select recycled materials with known, tested characteristics.


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