RPET Rigid Film
RPET rigid film is produced with post-consumer recycled PET and retains the clarity, stiffness and thermoforming behaviour expected of PET. Recycled content is declared and verified per batch, supporting sustainability targets without sacrificing formability. It is suited to consumer healthcare packaging, cosmetic and food-contact trays, and display formats where a lower environmental footprint is a stated requirement.
Compliance Standards
Applications
- Sustainable blister packaging
- Consumer healthcare packaging
- Cosmetic trays
- Food-contact trays
- Retail display packaging
- Nutraceutical supplements
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Material | RPET (recycled polyethylene terephthalate) |
| Recycled Content | Post-consumer recycled content, ratio customisable by specification |
| Thickness Range | 200μm - 800μm |
| Width Range | 150mm - 800mm |
| Transparency | ≥85% light transmission |
| Tensile Strength | ≥48 MPa |
| Elongation at Break | ≥90% |
| Thermoforming Temperature | 90-130°C |
| Forming Depth | Up to 18mm |
| Surface Finish | Gloss or matte, printable |
| Recyclability | Mono-material PET (resin code 1), widely recycled |
| Traceability | Declared recycled content verified per batch with documentation |
| Regulatory | FDA 21 CFR 177.1630, EU 10/2011, YBB |
Packaging
Rolls on 76mm (3 inch) cores, stretch-wrapped with edge protection; recycled content documentation supplied with each batch
Minimum Order Quantity
1,000 kg per specification
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about RPET Rigid Film — specifications, usage, and compliance
The post-consumer recycled content ratio is customisable by specification. Higher recycled content reduces virgin material use; clarity and mechanical properties are confirmed against the agreed specification for each order.
The grades we supply are produced to meet FDA 21 CFR 177.1630 and EU 10/2011 requirements for food-contact applications. Compliance statements are provided with each order.
That depends on the dosage form and the stability data. RPET is commonly used for trays and consumer healthcare formats. Where primary pharmaceutical packaging is intended, the material must be qualified against the applicable pharmacopoeial requirements first.
Clarity is slightly lower than virgin APET. The standard specification provides ≥85% light transmission, which is sufficient for most retail and tray applications.
Recycled content is declared on the specification and verified per batch, with supporting documentation provided for customer sustainability reporting and supplier qualification files.
Applications
Application Case Studies
Real-world success stories of RPET Rigid Film across different industries
Recycled-Content Trays for Consumer Healthcare
A consumer healthcare brand set a packaging target to increase recycled content across its tray formats.
RPET Packaging for Cosmetic Gift Sets
A cosmetics company wanted gift-set trays made from recycled material without losing shelf appearance.
Sustainable Display Packaging for Retail Pharmacy
A pharmacy chain requested display packaging with a documented recycled content figure.
Related materials
Other Rigid Film Materials
Compare specifications and compliance data for related packaging materials supplied from the same ISO 15378 certified platform.
APET Rigid Film
High-clarity amorphous PET rigid film for thermoformed pharmaceutical and medical packaging
PVC/APET Laminated Rigid Sheet
Composite PVC/APET rigid sheet combining forming performance with a high-gloss print surface
Cold-Form PVC Sheets
High formability for cold-seal blister packaging applications
Further reading
Technical Reading
Related articles on rigid film materials and applications
Recyclable Blister Packaging Under the EU PPWR: What to Specify Now
The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation pushes blister packs toward design-for-recycling, but recyclability depends on the material stream, the lidding and the collection scheme in each market. This note sets out how PVC, PVC/PVDC, PVC/APET laminates, APET and RPET sit against those requirements, and the specification points worth fixing before tooling and validation.
Choosing Materials for Cosmetic Blisters and Display Trays
A material selection guide for cosmetic and personal care packaging — comparing APET, RPET and PVC/APET laminated sheet for transparent blisters, display trays and inserts, with notes on gloss, scuff resistance and low-MOQ trials.
Auditing a Packaging Material Supplier: A Practical Checklist for Pharmaceutical Buyers
A structured supplier audit is the most reliable way to confirm that a packaging material supplier can consistently meet your requirements. This checklist covers preparation, on-site review, and closure.
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