The Practical Role of Recycled Plastics in ESG Procurement — and the Key Factors for Successful Adoption
- Feb 25
- 2 min read
Recycled plastics are an important option in ESG procurement strategies. They help reduce carbon emissions during production and support compliance with international environmental standards.
ESG Basics: How Recycled Plastics Support Companies
ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance — the three pillars of sustainable business operations.
Recycled plastics are produced by collecting used plastic containers and processing them through sorting, cleaning, and shredding. The result is reusable recycled plastic material that can re-enter manufacturing systems.
From practical data, using one ton of recycled PET can reduce approximately 1.5–2 tons of CO₂ emissions compared to virgin material.
Starting from 2026, the European Union will require plastic products to disclose carbon emission information. In Taiwan, companies that use more than 25% recycled plastic content in their products may reduce carbon-related regulatory pressure and potential carbon costs.
Choosing recycled plastics with GRS certification helps ensure compliance in ESG procurement while maintaining material consistency and quality for applications such as packaging and daily consumer products.
Yung Iee’s Environmental Commitment
Yung Iee Green Materials Co., Ltd., located in Fangyuan Township, Changhua County, Taiwan, specializes in upstream recycled plastic processing.
We recycle various post-consumer plastic containers and supply stable recycled PET, PE, PP, PS, and PVC flakes and materials.
Yung Iee holds GRS certification and operates under systems aligned with U.S. FDA food-grade standards. We continuously conduct carbon footprint assessments and process control management to ensure material cleanliness and quality consistency.
Our recycled plastic materials help customers reduce environmental impact by approximately 20–30% in practical ESG procurement applications.
Our Social and Governance Commitment
Beyond environmental responsibility, Yung Iee also focuses on:
Employee safety and professional training
Cooperation with schools to promote recycling education
Digital monitoring systems for production and supplier management
These measures enhance supply chain transparency and reliability, making our recycled plastics a trusted material source in ESG audits and sustainable procurement programs.
How to Begin Using Recycled Plastics
Companies can start by:
Reviewing plastic usage and setting a 20–50% recycled content target
Introducing recycled materials first in packaging or non-critical components
Selecting certified and experienced suppliers to ensure stability and traceability
Testing product performance and verifying carbon reduction results
Gradually increasing recycled content and adding eco-label certifications
Taiwan has strong policy support and industrial infrastructure, making this a strategic time for companies to integrate recycled plastics into ESG procurement planning.
Why Work with Yung Iee Green Materials
Yung Iee focuses on upstream recycled plastic processing and quality control. We help customers reduce trial risks, improve mass production stability, and meet increasingly strict ESG procurement and regulatory requirements.
Our strength lies not only in offering multiple recycled plastic categories, but in controlling source structure, processing consistency, and batch management.
Through stable sorting, washing, and shredding processes, we provide traceable and consistent recycled plastic materials. This allows customers to improve flexibility and credibility in ESG audits, carbon reporting, and supply chain management.
Whether you are introducing recycled plastics for the first time or increasing recycled content in existing products, Yung Iee can provide material evaluation and supply recommendations tailored to your application.
As global ESG requirements continue to strengthen, recycled plastics are no longer a short-term trend — they are part of long-term competitiveness.
We welcome companies interested in ESG procurement, recycled plastic applications, or supply chain optimization to connect with us.
Contact :
jay0403@yungiee.com
