PolyCycle​® PCR Resin

Helping build a better tomorrow, one cap at a time. 

Choose closures made of PolyCycle​® PCR

At Closure Systems International Inc. (CSI), we are committed to building a more sustainable future through packaging improvements and innovations. To that end, we have launched PolyCycle®, an innovative, proprietary new resin made of 100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content that is also 100% recyclable. 
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Choose closures made of PolyCycle® PCR

At Closure Systems International Inc. (CSI), we are committed to building a more sustainable future through packaging improvements and innovations. To that end, we have launched PolyCycle®, an innovative, proprietary new resin made of 100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content that is also 100% recyclable. 

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See PolyCycle® in Action

See PolyCycle® in Action

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Closure to Closure™ Sustainability

Because PolyCycle® caps are made of recycled closure materials and are also recyclable, they represent a major step toward realizing a circular economy of plastic packaging. For sustainably minded businesses and brands, caps produced with PolyCycle® resin deliver a true closed-loop packaging solution specifically for food and beverage closure applications.

Read our sustainability commitment

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Closure to Closure™ Sustainability

Because PolyCycle® caps are made of recycled closure materials and are also recyclable, they represent a major step toward realizing a circular economy of plastic packaging. For sustainably minded businesses and brands, caps produced with PolyCycle® resin deliver a true closed-loop packaging solution specifically for food and beverage closure applications. Read our sustainability commitment

Sustainable Manufacturing Process

PolyCycle® sustainability benefits
PolyCycle® resin contributes to overall sustainability through tangible improvements in the manufacturing process, like reduced solid waste stream and source reduction of virgin material.

Source: US Plastics Pact  Learn more

Got questions about PolyCycle®? Contact our CSI sales team for more information.
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“CSI is cognizant of the significant sustainability challenges facing the plastics industry and is commited to having a positive impact on the environment, our customers, our people, consumers, and local communities.”

— Richard Burt, CSI Vice President of Business Development & Sustainability

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Award-winning Performance

When it comes to sustainable closure design, CSI has led the industry with sustainable materials development and lightweight closure designs. Our PolyCycle® closure for Dasani was the Winner of the 2020 Caps & Closures Innovation Award at the Plastics News’ Plastics Caps & Closures annual conference.

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Award-winning Performance

When it comes to sustainable closure design, CSI has led the industry with sustainable materials development and lightweight closure designs. Our PolyCycle® closure for Dasani was the Winner of the 2020 Caps & Closures Innovation Award at the Plastics News’ Plastics Caps & Closures annual conference.
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Helping Customers Meet Sustainability Goals

Because of these improvements over traditional virgin plastic closures, PolyCycle® closures support CSI customers in achieving their sustainability goals. PolyCycle’s® post-consumer recycled content will enable customers to comply with packaging requirements legislation, such as the California SB 54 bill, and extended producer responsibility requirements.
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GreenCircle Certification

Don’t just take our word for it, either: Besides passing CSI’s internal tests with flying colors, PolyCycle® PCR resin recently received a certification from GreenCircle, an external third-party auditor. The certification confirms that PolyCycle® contains 100% post-consumer recycled content. Closure Systems International Inc. is now included on GreenCircle’s “Brands You Can Trust” list as a result of receiving this certification. Learn more about GreenCircle
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Helping Customers Meet Sustainability Goals

Because of these improvements over traditional virgin plastic closures, PolyCycle® closures support CSI customers in achieving their sustainability goals. PolyCycle’s® post-consumer recycled content will enable customers to comply with packaging requirements legislation, such as the California SB 54 bill, and extended producer responsibility requirements.

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GreenCircle Certification

Don’t just take our word for it, either: Besides passing CSI’s internal tests with flying colors, PolyCycle® PCR resin recently received a certification from GreenCircle, an external third-party auditor. The certification confirms that PolyCycle® contains 100% post-consumer recycled content. Closure Systems International Inc. is now included on GreenCircle’s “Brands You Can Trust” list as a result of receiving this certification.

Learn more about GreenCircle

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Many Closure Options Available

Unlike many other PCR closures, PolyCycle® caps are available in both polyethylene and polypropylene materials, so customers can pick whichever one fits their needs best. CSI closures with PolyCycle® PCR content are also available in a very wide range of colors and shades. This means that companies can meet branding requirements and make their products stand out on shelves without sacrificing sustainability or recyclability. Browse our 90+ closure options using our Capfinder.
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Tried and Tested Performance

With closures made with PolyCycle® PCR resin, you also never have to choose between sustainability or performance. PolyCycle® uses a mechanical recycling PCR designed for caps and closure requirements, providing customers with PCR products that meet or exceed the performance of virgin resins. Compared to virgin resin, PolyCycle® resin meets or exceeds all closure performance requirements, including:
  • Taste & odor
  • Environmental stress crack resistance (ESR)
  • Dimensional stability
  • CO² retention
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Many Closure Options Available

Unlike many other PCR closures, PolyCycle® caps are available in both polyethylene and polypropylene materials, so customers can pick whichever one fits their needs best. CSI closures with PolyCycle® PCR content are also available in a very wide range of colors and shades. This means that companies can meet branding requirements and make their products stand out on shelves without sacrificing sustainability or recyclability.

Browse our 90+ closure options using our Capfinder.

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Tried and Tested Performance

With closures made with PolyCycle® PCR resin, you also never have to choose between sustainability or performance.

PolyCycle® uses a mechanical recycling PCR designed for caps and closure requirements, providing customers with PCR products that meet or exceed the performance of virgin resins. Compared to virgin resin, PolyCycle® resin meets or exceeds all closure performance requirements, including:

  • Taste & odor
  • Environmental stress crack resistance (ESR)
  • Dimensional stability
  • CO² retention

Getting Started with PolyCycle®

CSI’s team is ready to help you on your journey toward achieving your sustainability goals by including PolyCycle® PCR resin in your caps and closures.

Click the checkbox in the contact form below to download our step-by-step Getting Started Guide to learn more.

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Getting Started with PolyCycle®

CSI’s team is ready to help you on your journey toward achieving your sustainability goals by including PolyCycle® PCR resin in your caps and closures. 

Click the check box in the contact form below to download our step-by-step Getting Started Guide to learn more.

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