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Wenew Recycled Polyethylene (PE)
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By 2030, Braskem is committed to diverting 1.5 million tons of plastic waste away from incineration, landfill, or the environment. To do so, Braskem has established an expansive portfolio of sustainable brands including Wenew which comprises post-consumer recycled polypropylene and polyethylene solutions. In the Wenew portfolio, Braskem carries blended PCR and 100% PCR solutions, some of which can be used in a wide range of Food & Drug Administration (FDA) food contact applications.
Wenew is the master brand developed to represent Braskem’s products, technologies, and initiatives that help drive the circular economy.
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Wenew recycled polyethylene (PE), produced by Braskem, offers a sustainable alternative for various applications. It allows clients to use more recycled plastic, help meet regulatory requirements for applications, and corporate social responsibility goals. These products have similar performance to fossil PE make it an attractive choice for businesses aiming to balance environmental responsibility with practical considerations.
Wenew recycled polyethylene (PE) is crafted from post-consumer plastic waste, making it a sustainable option for consumers. It maintains mechanical properties such as flexibility and toughness and retains good chemical resistance, processability, and temperature tolerance like fossil PE. Its potential for recyclability at the end of its life cycle further contributes to a sustainable materials cycle. Characteristics and properties found across the product line include:
Braskem Wenew recycled polyethylene (PE) is favored in construction for products like pipes, sheets, and profiles, it provides durability, resistance to environmental factors, and the sustainability needed to meet green building standards. Typical applications include:
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I'm green™ bio-based PE material's sustainability benefits resonate with the automotive industry's push towards more sustainable technologies and reduced emissions. It is suitable for specific automotive components, contributing to lower carbon footprint. Typical applications include:
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Braskem's Wenew recycled polyethylene (PE) is ideal for sustainable packaging materials in the food and consumer goods industries because it meets regulatory requirements for recycled content, appeals to environmentally-conscious consumers, and offers good processability for various packaging types. Typical applications include:
