EPS Recycling Facts

 

EPS Recycling Facts

From the 2024 EPS Recycling Rate Report

 

 

At Plastilite Corporation, we are committed to recycling and sustainability.  Many of our customers aren’t aware that expanded polystyrene (EPS foam) is recyclable – nor that it is being successfully recycled by businesses and consumers throughout the United States.

 

 

 

 

206.2 Million Pounds

Total EPS Recycling

125 Million Pounds

EPS Recycling Post-Consumer

81.2 Million Pounds

EPS Recycling Pre-Consumer

 

 

 

 

With EPS cushioning, companies can achieve less weight and lower damage rates which translate into positive sustainability factors across the board. EPS can be same-recycled into a product of equal value or up-cycled into a product of higher value. And, EPS is often less energy intensive than alternative choices. Not only do we recycle 100% of our scrap EPS foam that is generated in our manufacturing process, we are investing in our properties to create a habitat for pollinators … another way to assist our community with sustainability.

 

 

 

 

Did You Know? EPS Foam Is: 

 

 

98% Air 100% Recyclable Non-Toxic

 

 

 

 

We also provide our community a place to recycle their used EPS foam 24/7 and provide a list of recycle centers throughout the country. 

 

Click Here to Learn Where to Recycle Your EPS.

 

 

 


 

Our Partners in Recycling

 

 

 

Local Partners

 

 

Professional Memberships