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Live Seminar Announcement: Current State and Challenges of Plastic Recycling in 2025

On September 5, 2025, CMC Research Co., Ltd. will host a pivotal live seminar addressing the ongoing challenges and advancements in plastic recycling, introduced by the esteemed speaker, Ikuto Kurachi, CEO of Kenshu Co., Ltd. This event will be part of the 19th China International Plastic Recycling Summit Forum, and attendees can join via Zoom at 10:30 AM.

Overview of the Seminar

The seminar reflects Japan's recent legislative measures introduced in April 2022, aimed at enhancing plastic recycling initiatives. The surge in demand for recycled plastics has stimulated the market, with recycled materials even surpassing virgin materials in price. Notably, China has been a leader in the mechanical recycling sector since the early 2000s, with dedicated sales centers established by 2010. During the seminar, we will delve into the highlights of the summit, focusing on the mechanical recycling scenarios and the unique challenges posed by recycled plastics.

Key Takeaways for Attendees

Participants can expect to gain valuable insights into the following areas:
1. Fundamentals and Applications of Plastic Recycling Technologies
2. Global Environmental Issues Related to Plastics and Mitigation Strategies
3. Procurement Strategies for Recycled Plastics
4. Quality Control and Management Challenges in Polymer Materials

Who Should Attend?

This seminar is ideal for a diverse audience, including:

• - New employees and technical managers
• - Material development engineers
• - Product development personnel
• - Quality management teams

Seminar Agenda

The session will be comprehensive, covering various topics such as:
1. Overview of Plastic Waste and Environmental Issues
- Global changes in plastic waste issues
- A brief look at biorefinery technologies
- Three primary methods of plastic recycling
- Current situation of plastic waste management and supply chain in Japan
2. Mechanical Recycling Technologies and Challenges
- Overview of the recycled plastic landscape in China
- Insights into mechanical recycling processes
- Discussion on the degradation and failure of plastics
- Case studies on strength and performance of recycled materials
3. Recycling PET Bottles
- Exploration of chemical and mechanical recycling of PET bottles
- Successful case studies in developing UL94 compliant PET materials
4. Quality Management in Plastic Recycling
- Ensuring product robustness
- Practical aspects of reliability engineering
5. Summary and Future Directions

Speaker Profile: Ikuto Kurachi

We are honored to present Dr. Ikuto Kurachi, a renowned expert with a Ph.D. in engineering. Dr. Kurachi holds an extensive background in polymer chemistry, having held significant roles in research and development across respected companies, including Bridgestone and Konica Minolta. His contribution to the field has been recognized with several prestigious awards, and he remains active in numerous professional associations related to polymer sciences.

Registration Details

The registration fee for the seminar is as follows:

• - General: ¥55,000 (tax included)
• - CMC Research Newsletter Members: ¥49,500 (tax included)
• - Academic Rate: ¥26,400 (tax included)

To register, please visit our official seminar page and follow the instructions.

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an enlightening discussion on plastic recycling. Join us to pose your questions in our designated Q&A session.

For more details, visit: CMC Research or check out the specific seminar page linked above.