Drop-in replacement for standard PE film. Identical processing on existing filling lines — just lower fossil content.
Sustainability · PCR Recycled Content
Flexible Packaging with Post-Consumer Recycled Content.
Manufacturer-direct PCR flexible packaging — 30–50% recycled content, custom print, FOB Xiamen.
30–50%
PCR Content
GRS
Certified
50+
Years Manufacturing
CERT · GRS
30% · 50% · PCR PE · PET
30% PCR PE Film · Verified Recycled Content
01 — Definition
PCR packaging — post-consumer recycled content packaging — is flexible packaging manufactured using film that incorporates material recovered from end-of-life consumer products. Tansox manufactures PCR flexible packaging with 30–50% verified recycled content, certified to the Global Recycled Standard (GRS), helping hygiene and personal care brands reduce virgin plastic consumption and meet sustainable packaging commitments without changing their bag format.
02 — Why It Matters
The numbers behind the switch.
PCR content reduces virgin plastic use while keeping the same familiar bag formats, filling workflows and procurement documentation buyers already expect.
↓30%
Using 30% PCR content reduces virgin plastic consumption by nearly a third per unit produced
PCR structures let brands make measurable progress on virgin plastic reduction without redesigning the entire pack format.
Source · Industry LCA data
Walmart
+ Tesco
+ Tesco
Major retailers now require PCR content declarations from packaging suppliers in their sustainability scorecards
Verified recycled content documentation supports retailer scorecards, procurement reviews and sustainability audits.
Source · Retailer sustainability programmes
On par
PCR flexible films have reached performance parity with virgin films for most hygiene applications
Current PCR PE, PET and BOPP films can deliver comparable converting, sealing and print performance for most hygiene packaging requirements.
Source · Material supplier data
03 — Our Materials / Options
Six PCR recycled content structure families.
Each structure trades recycled content percentage, clarity, barrier and cost differently. Tell us your format and sustainability target — we'll recommend the right one.
High recycled content PET. Strong barrier, high clarity, widely recycled at end of life.
Oriented polypropylene with 30% post-consumer recycled content. Excellent print surface for high-impact graphics.
Aluminium barrier film with PCR content layers. High barrier maintained for hygiene and medical applications.
Customisable recycled content percentage (20–50%). Balance barrier, cost and sustainability claims to spec.
Third-party GRS-verified content. Provides the documentation procurement teams and retail sustainability audits require.
04 — Compatible Product Formats
Available across core bag and film formats.
PCR content can be engineered into the same pouch, bag and film formats your production line already uses, with structure-level documentation available.
Stand Up Pouch
F-01
Zipper Bag
F-02
Rollstock Film
F-03
Flat Bottom Bag
F-04
Side Gusset Bag
F-05
Packaging Film
F-06
05 — Certifications
The credentials behind the materials.
Tansox supplies structure-level recycled content documentation for eligible PCR formats. Certificate scope depends on the selected structure and target market.
9001
ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management
Certified scope: design and printing of PE and PP plastic packaging bags, issued by Beijing East Allreach Certification Center Co., Ltd. (EACC). Certificate copies available on request.
14001
ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management
Same certified scope as ISO 9001, also issued by EACC and accredited by CNAS under the IAF Multilateral Recognition Arrangement. Valid to 4 Nov 2028.
GRS
GRS — Global Recycled Standard
Third-party standard verifying recycled input material and chain-of-custody documentation for PCR packaging claims.
RECY
CLASS
CLASS
Recyclass Certification
European assessment framework supporting recyclability and recycled-content claims for plastic packaging structures.
APR
APR Design Guide Compliant
Design-for-recycling alignment with the Association of Plastic Recyclers guide for compatible flexible packaging structures.
BPA
FREE
FREE
BPA-Free Declaration
All Tansox flexible packaging ships with a BPA-free declaration for hygiene, baby and medical packaging buyers.
PFAS
FREE
FREE
PFAS-Free Declaration
No intentionally-added per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. Suitable for buyers managing state-level and EU PFAS restrictions.
Note: PCR claims depend on the selected structure, recycled content percentage and target retail market. Confirm certificate scope with our sales team before specifying.
06 — Markets We Serve
Hygiene, personal care & medical categories we pack for.
Tansox PCR-content packaging ships globally for category leaders across these markets. Each market has its own page with material recommendations and product specs.
07 — Why Tansox
Sustainability is a discipline, not a marketing line.
50 Years Manufacturing Experience
Established ~1976 in Quanzhou, Fujian. We've evolved from conventional laminates to certified sustainable structures — the production know-how transfers, the substrate doesn't.
ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 Certified
Tansox operates ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified management systems, issued by EACC and accredited by CNAS under the IAF Multilateral Recognition Arrangement. Every production lot ships with COA and supporting declarations for the selected sustainable structure.
Flexible Shipping Terms
Three Incoterms, two ports, one consolidated container per customer. Sustainable orders ship with the same lead times and freight options as our conventional line.
08 — Frequently Asked
Questions buyers ask before quote.
PCR (post-consumer recycled) packaging uses film manufactured with material recovered from end-of-life consumer products — reducing demand for virgin fossil-based polymers. Using 30% PCR content cuts virgin plastic consumption by nearly a third per unit. Major retailers including Walmart and Tesco now require PCR content declarations from packaging suppliers as part of their sustainability scorecards.
Tansox currently offers 30–50% post-consumer recycled content across PE, PET and BOPP film structures, certified to the Global Recycled Standard (GRS). Custom percentages within this range can be specified based on your sustainability target and barrier requirements. Higher PCR content may affect optical clarity or barrier slightly — our application engineers will advise on the right balance for your product.
Yes. PCR PE and PCR PET structures have reached performance parity with virgin film for most hygiene applications — wet wipes, sanitary pads, baby care and medical packaging. The film handles the same filling line speeds and sealing parameters as conventional film. GRS certification provides the documented chain-of-custody proof required by retail sustainability programmes.
