Exploring Innovations in Plastic Chemical Recycling Techniques and Industrial Applications

Seminar Overview

On January 27, 2026, a pivotal seminar titled "Plastic Chemical Recycling Technologies and Industrialization" will be conducted by Isaburo Furukawa, a Senior Researcher at Asahi Research Center. This event is set to delve deep into the global and domestic trends associated with plastic recycling, particularly focusing on the advancements in chemical recycling (CR).

What to Expect

This seminar will unfold from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM and will be available via live streaming on Zoom, along with an archive that participants can access for two weeks at their convenience. The discussion will center around the strategic importance of plastic recycling in the face of global challenges, such as resource circulation and greenhouse gas reduction, emphasizing how both mechanical recycling (MR) and CR are pivotal in this landscape.

Key Topics of Discussion:

1. Regulatory Framework and Guidelines
- Overview of various rules promoting plastic recycling, including the EU Plastic Strategy and its implications for Japan.
- Recent developments in EU regulations on plastics and their potential effects on Japan's legislation concerning materials such as containers, automotive plastics (End-of-Life Vehicles), electronics, and textiles.

2. Current Global Status of Plastic Recycling
- A comprehensive insight into the global trends in waste plastic recycling and comparative analysis between CR and MR approaches.
- Examination of diverse CR methods, including gasification techniques and others.

3. Thermal Depolymerization of Mixed Plastics (PE/PP/PS)
- A breakdown of global production capacities and ongoing construction plans targeting thermal depolymerization.
- Discussion of the foundational principles, processes, and technical challenges associated with this innovative recycling method.
- Evaluation of estimated processes from the twelve leading pyrolysis oil manufacturers based on U.S. patents.

4. Recycling of PET and Polyester Fibers
- Insights into the recycling processes for PET bottles, highlighting both MR and CR frameworks.
- Discussion on "fiber-to-fiber" CR recycling of polyester fibers alongside information on heavy condensation polymer recycling.

5. Chemical Recycling Techniques for Polystyrene and Acrylic Resins
6. Solvent Purification Method for Polypropylene
7. Q&A Session

This seminar provides a unique platform to engage with cutting-edge research and regulations surrounding plastic recycling, equipping industries with essential knowledge and strategies to innovate their practices and align with global sustainability goals.

Organizing Body: SSK

This event is organized by the New Society System Research Institute (SSK), founded in December 1996. SSK has established itself as a leader in organizing high-level business seminars aimed at providing invaluable insights into the rapidly evolving market, strategic management, marketing intelligence, and technology trends.

SSK works diligently to cater to the growing demands of its clientele, enabling their strategic partnerships and fostering business expansion through various services, including seminar planning, lecturer dispatch, B2B advertisement, custom research, and on-demand seminar sales.

For inquiries:

- Address: 4F, Zaimax Nishishimbashi Building, 2-6-2 Nishishimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 03-5532-8850
- Fax: 03-5532-8851
- URL: SSK Official Website