SMX's engagement with NAFRA spotlights increasing interest in systems that improve material efficiency and downstream certainty without altering existing infrastructure NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / December 10, 2025 / Recyclers live with the consequences of every choice made far above them in the supply chain. When manufacturers add colorants, fillers, flame retardants, or stabilizers to plastics, recyclers inherit the complexity. They are the ones who must manage contamination risk, meet ...

Core Insights - The recycling industry has been built on promises regarding scalability, quality maintenance, and the ability to replace virgin materials with recycled ones without compromise [1] Industry Overview - The recycling sector has faced challenges in meeting the expectations set by these promises, indicating potential issues in the current systems and processes [1]

Core Viewpoint - Recycling has been perceived as an obligation rather than a proactive initiative, leading to skepticism among consumers regarding its effectiveness [1] Group 1 - Governments have imposed quotas on recycling efforts, creating a sense of obligation rather than motivation [1] - Companies have complied with recycling requirements under pressure, often treating it as a checkbox exercise [1] - Consumers have expressed doubts about the actual impact of recycling initiatives, questioning their significance [1]