East Jordan Plastics receives PCR supplier certification from Association of Plastic Recyclers

Horticultural container manufacturer East Jordan Plastics recently received a Supplier of Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) Plastic Certification.

This certification ensures that all high-density polyethylene (HDPE), polypropylene (PP) and polystyrene (PS) flake generated by East Jordan Plastics at its recycling facility in South Haven, Michigan, from used horticultural containers satisfies the requirements for post-consumer recycled plastic. It also confirms compliance with the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) PCR Certification Program.

“This certification is a big win for us in our commitment to creating sustainable solutions that help our planet and improve our partners’ businesses”, said Owen Diller, corporate recycling manager for East Jordan Plastics. “It has always been our desire to be good stewards in making the best use of our resources, and this certification speaks well to the quality of service we offer our customers and the industry as a whole.”

PCR packaging is made from materials such as plastic, aluminum, cardboard and papers that have been deemed as “used by the end consumer,” offering a sustainable alternative for companies seeking environmentally friendly packaging solutions. 

PCR can help companies reduce their carbon footprint, lessen their overall impact on landfills and meet their sustainability goals.

It also doesn't require third-party certification, but third-party certification safeguards against unvalidated claims, ensuring authenticity and credibility.

The 150,000-square-foot East Jordan Plastics recycling facility in South Haven is on track to recycle nearly 20 million pounds of used horticultural containers this year. The PCR content will be used to create new horticultural containers, with some products being made of up to 93% PCR.

East Jordan Plastics is committed to an energy-efficient, closed-loop plastic recycling process, which is the most circular recycling available. Containers are made for the industry, used within the industry and later recycled into new containers for the industry, an initiative that benefits growers and the industry and supports environmental conservation efforts.