rHDPE Ocean Waste Plastic as a Material
This is how sea plastic becomes a new raw material:
Plastic waste that ends up on beaches, coastlines and out at sea is a huge burden on our environment. This is where #tide comes in: together with local fishermen, communities and organizations, the plastic waste is collected directly at the coasts — before it sinks further into the sea or breaks down further.
Subsequently, the collected plastic is sorted, cleaned and recycled in a special process. This yields a high-quality granulate, known under the name #tide ocean material®. This material is on par with conventional plastic — it is robust, versatile in its use and, above all: sustainable.
Thus, waste that threatens our seas is transformed into a valuable raw material from which we at Rixius create new packaging solutions.
rHDPE Ocean Waste Plastic - Questions & Answers
- Sustainable alternative to new plastic
- Reduces marine pollution
- High stability and break resistance
- Good chemical resistance
- Recyclable and reusable multiple times
Compared to new products, slight color differences may occur. In addition, the material is slightly more expensive to manufacture, as collection and processing are more complex. However, this does not affect the material properties.
Yes, rHDPE meets the same quality standards as conventional HDPE. It impresses with its robustness, impermeability, and resistance to many chemicals—and is also more environmentally friendly.
rHDPE is often used for bottles, canisters, buckets, and other packaging. It is ideal for industries such as cosmetics, cleaning, construction chemicals, dietary supplements, or food (depending on certification).
The material contributes directly to protecting the oceans: the plastic is collected before it reaches the open sea and recycled in a complex process. This transforms waste into valuable resources.
Yes, rHDPE is fully recyclable. This closes the loop: old packaging can be used to make new packaging over and over again.
What you should know about our partnership with #tide
Clean seas. Sustainable packaging. Securing the future. With our partnership Rixius x #tide, we are betting on recycled plastics directly from the coasts – and give you the chance to be part of the solution.
More information can be found HERE!