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FSSAI’s nod to rPET for food grade use marks green milestone for pkg industry
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Monday, 05 May, 2025, 08 : 00 AM [IST]
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Abhitash Singh, Mumbai
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In a landmark decision, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has approved the use of recycled PET (rPET) for food-grade packaging—ushering in a transformative era for sustainability in India’s food and beverage industry.
The approval is being seen as a strong regulatory endorsement of cutting-edge recycling technologies that can safely process post-consumer plastic into high-quality packaging. The move is also in sync with India’s push for circular economy models and global ESG compliance.
Makarand Kulkarni, CEO of revalyu India, a leader in advanced PET recycling, hailed the development as a turning point for the industry.
Kulkarni said, “The FSSAI’s approval of recycled PET (rPET) for food-grade packaging is a landmark step that reflects growing regulatory confidence in advanced recycling technologies. It opens the door for the food and beverage industry to adopt safer, circular packaging practices aligned with global ESG standards."
He added, “This progressive move not only reduces dependency on virgin plastics but also strengthens India’s commitment to a circular economy. By enabling scalable innovation, reducing environmental impact, and promoting responsible material recovery, this regulation is a win for both sustainability and industry transformation.”
Revalyu, which uses an innovative chemical recycling process to convert used PET bottles into high-purity rPET, is expected to play a key role in helping brands transition to greener alternatives.
Echoing industry optimism, a FSSAI spokesperson commented, “The decision to allow rPET in food-grade applications comes after rigorous scientific evaluation and global benchmarking. Safety remains our top priority, and this step will encourage manufacturers to adopt sustainable packaging while ensuring compliance with health standards.”
The move not only reduces the environmental footprint of the food packaging sector but also aligns with India’s national sustainability goals. With this green light, F&B companies now have a credible, safe, and scalable path to meet both regulatory and consumer expectations on environmental responsibility.
As revalyu and other industry players scale up operations, the approval of rPET for food-grade use is expected to catalyse investment, innovation, and responsible consumption across the packaging value chain.
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