South Korea Recycled Plastics Market (2025-2031) | Outlook, Growth, Trends, Value, Forecast, Revenue, Companies, Industry, Share, Analysis & Size

South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Highlights

Report Name	South Korea Recycled Plastics Market
Forecast period	2025-2031
CAGR	3.5%
Growing Sector	Food-contact packaging

Topics Covered in the South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Report

The South Korea Recycled Plastics Market report thoroughly covers the market by Application, Raw Material, and Plastic Type. The market report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help the stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.

South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Synopsis

The South Korean recycled plastics market is expected to grow at a significant rate from 2024 to 2030 due to increasing awareness about environmental issues and strict regulations on plastic waste management. However, challenges such as the high costs of recycling technology are hindering the market growth.

According to 6Wresearch, the South Korea Recycled Plastics Market size is expected to grow at a significant CAGR of 3.5% from 2025-2031. One of the major drivers for the market is government initiatives. The South Korean government has implemented various policies and regulations to promote the use of recycled plastics. With growing public awareness about the impact of plastic waste on the environment, there has been a significant shift towards sustainable practices in South Korea. Consumers are becoming more conscious of their purchasing habits and are actively seeking out products made from recycled materials.

This is another driver for the market. Recycling plastics is often cheaper than producing new ones, making it an attractive option for businesses looking to reduce costs. With advancements in technology, the quality of recycled plastics has also improved significantly. One of the main challenges faced by the recycling industry is a lack of infrastructure. The collection and sorting of plastic waste require significant investments in equipment and facilities, which can be a barrier for smaller businesses and communities. Contamination of plastic waste with non-recyclable materials poses a significant challenge to the recycling process. It not only reduces the quality of recycled plastics but also increases processing costs.

South Korea Recycled Plastics Industry: Leading Players

The country has a well-developed infrastructure for plastic recycling, with numerous companies involved in the process. Some of the leading players in the recycled plastics market in South Korea are KEPco Recycling, Green Technologies Co., Ltd., and Korea Plastic Recyclers Association (KPRA). These players have been actively involved in developing innovative technologies and methods to effectively recycle different types of plastic waste. KEPco Recycling, for instance, has developed a unique process that can turn used bottles into polyester fabrics, while Green Technologies Co., Ltd. specializes in processing post-industrial and post-consumer plastic scrap.

South Korea Recycled Plastics Market: Government Regulations

The South Korean government has been actively promoting and supporting the plastic recycling industry in recent years. One of its key initiatives is the Green Growth Strategy, aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable development. Under this strategy, the government provides tax benefits and incentives to businesses involved in recycling plastic waste. In addition, there are strict regulations in place for manufacturers to use a certain percentage of recycled plastics in their products. This not only helps reduce plastic waste but also creates a market for recycled plastics. The government has also invested in research and development to improve recycling technologies and processes. It has also implemented a comprehensive waste management system, including separate collection and sorting of recyclable materials.

Future Insights of the Market

The future of the recycled plastics market in South Korea looks promising, with several factors contributing to its growth. The increasing awareness about environmental issues among consumers and businesses is expected to drive demand for recycled plastic products. Additionally, technological advancements are making plastic recycling more efficient and cost-effective, leading to increased adoption by manufacturers. Moreover, South Korea's goal to become a zero-waste society by 2050 will raise the demand for recycled plastics.

Market Segmentation by Plastics Type

According to Ravi Bhandari, Research Head, 6Wresearch, the Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) segment is projected to experience the highest growth in the market. This can be attributed to the increasing use of PET in non-food contact packaging applications such as water bottles and containers.

Market Segmentation by Application

Based on the Application, the food contact packaging segment is expected to have significant growth due to strict regulations on plastic usage and disposal in the food industry.

Key Attractiveness of the Report

• 10 Years of Market Numbers.
• Historical Data Starting from 2021 to 2024.
• Base Year: 2024
• Forecast Data until 2031.
• Key Performance Indicators Impacting the Market.
• Major Upcoming Developments and Projects.

Key Highlights of the Report:

• South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Outlook
• Market Size of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market, 2024
• Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market, 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Revenues & Volume for the Period 2021 - 2031
• South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Trend Evolution
• South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Drivers and Challenges
• South Korea Recycled Plastics Price Trends
• South Korea Recycled Plastics Porter's Five Forces
• South Korea Recycled Plastics Industry Life Cycle
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Revenues & Volume By Plastic Type for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Revenues & Volume By Polyethylene Terephthalate (Pet) for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Revenues & Volume By High Density Polyethylene (Hdpe) for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Revenues & Volume By Polypropylene (Pp) for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Revenues & Volume By Low Density Polyethylene (Ldpe) for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Revenues & Volume By Others for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Revenues & Volume By Application for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Revenues & Volume By Non-food Contact Packaging for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Revenues & Volume By Food Contact Packaging for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Revenues & Volume By Construction for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Revenues & Volume By Automotive for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Revenues & Volume By Others for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Revenues & Volume By Raw Material for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Revenues & Volume By Plastic Bottles for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Revenues & Volume By Plastic Films for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Revenues & Volume By Rigid Plastic And Foam for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Revenues & Volume By Fibres for the Period 2021 - 2031
• Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Recycled Plastics Market Revenues & Volume By Others for the Period 2021 - 2031
• South Korea Recycled Plastics Import Export Trade Statistics
• Market Opportunity Assessment By Plastic Type
• Market Opportunity Assessment By Application
• Market Opportunity Assessment By Raw Material
• South Korea Recycled Plastics Top Companies Market Share
• South Korea Recycled Plastics Competitive Benchmarking By Technical and Operational Parameters
• South Korea Recycled Plastics Company Profiles
• South Korea Recycled Plastics Key Strategic Recommendations

Market Covered

The report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:

By Plastic Type

• Polyethylene Terephthalate (Pet)
• High Density Polyethylene (Hdpe)
• Polypropylene (Pp)
• Low Density Polyethylene (Ldpe)
• Others

By Application

• Non-Food Contact Packaging
• Food Contact Packaging
• Construction
• Automotive
• Others

By Raw Material

• Plastic Bottles
• Plastic Films
• Rigid Plastic And Foam
• Fibres
• Others