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By 2030, chemical recycling will become a key pillar of Europe’s circular economy. The importance of pyrolysis, hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL) and PET/PA depolymerisation will increase. The market will require standardised pyrolysis-oil quality and full integration with refineries. Regulatory duties will expand, covering mass balance, material audits and minimum recycled-content levels. Companies preparing early will gain a clear competitive advantage.

Chemical recycling succeeds or fails based on feedstock quality, not technology alone. It determines process stability, product quality, and profitability. Many companies wrongly assume that any waste stream is suitable, yet composition and variability can radically change outcomes. Feedstock assessment is a strategic first step and the foundation for any viable chemical-recycling project.

Why does a color sorter in plastic recycling sometimes reject good material or behave inconsistently? In many cases, the issue is not the machine itself but configuration and operating conditions. This article explains how plastic sorting really works, how compressed air stability affects separation, and what determines consistent performance and production optimization in plastic recycling systems.