Jayplas secures Advanced Novel Technology status for food-grade recycled HDPE

Jayplas has secured Advanced Novel Technology (ANT) status for its post‑consumer recycled HDPE granulate, marking a major regulatory milestone for the use of mechanically recycled HDPE in food‑contact packaging.

No objections were raised during the formal review period between 20 March and 20 April 2026, enabling the company to progress into commercial discussions with packaging converters and brand owners.

The ANT status, alongside recognition from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), demonstrates that mechanical recycling can deliver food‑grade HDPE at industrial scale.

Jayplas will now submit its Compliance Monitoring Summary Sheet (CMSS) to the UK Food Standards Agency, with a decision expected in mid‑May 2026. This would further strengthen its position to supply compliant recycled materials in line with UK and EU regulations.

Jayplas’ purpose‑built HDPE recycling facility opened in August 2024 and incorporates advanced washing and extrusion technologies designed specifically for food‑grade rHDPE production. With commissioning underway and regulatory approvals advancing, Jayplas is well placed to meet growing demand for high‑quality recycled plastics and support progress toward circular economy and recycled content targets.

Read more on Jayplas’ milestone achievement on their LinkedIn post linked here.

For more information, contact Jayplas or visit the company website for details on its food‑grade rHDPE offering.