Plastic Recycling Market Size in India | Insights, Growth & Analysis 2025

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Publication Date: Oct 2025

Plastic Recycling Market size in India

According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, the India Plastic Recycling Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.2% during 2025-2031.

The main drivers of this growth are the rising popularity of functional beverages, consumers' more health-conscious and wellness-minded lifestyles, and the growing use of adaptogenic ingredients to help reduce stress and enhance cognitive function.

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Growth Factors for India Plastic Recycling Industry

Increasing government initiatives promoting circular economy and sustainable waste management.
Rising awareness among consumers and industries about environmental conservation.
Expansion of recycling infrastructure and collection networks across urban regions.
Growing demand for recycled plastics from packaging, automotive, and construction industries.
Technological advancements in sorting, washing, and reprocessing of plastic waste.

India Plastic Recycling Market Trends

The India Plastic Recycling Market is experiencing emerging trends of the fast adoption of advanced recycling technologies such as chemical recycling, and pyrolysis to switch plastic waste into usable raw materials. The nexus of digital waste-tracking systems and extended producer responsibility (EPR) programs is changing the sector. Further, companies are focused on sustainable recycled-content packaging while working with FMCG brands to advocate sustainability.

Emerging Developments in the India Plastic Recycling Market

The India Plastic Recycling Market is experiencing developments based upon policy reform and private sector engagement. Companies are establishing large scale recycling facilities and partnering with municipalities to divert, deposit and collect waste. There are improvements in operational efficiencies attributed to the adoption of automated sorting systems, along with start-up businesses offering operational efficiencies along with traceable recycling solutions. Additionally, industry groups are diversifying the number of companies that commercially produce high-quality recycled polymers for packaging and manufacturing applications.