what it is
RPET (Recycled PET) fabric is a polyester-based material made from recycled PET feedstock, such as post-consumer bottles. It is used in sewn or fabric-style packaging products.
best for
- Reusable totes
- Retail promotional bags
- Fabric packaging with a recycled-content message
look & feel
Usually smooth, textile-like, and more refined than non-woven PP, depending on weave and finish.
printing
PrintabilityGood
Best forReusable branded bags and fabric graphics
MethodsFabric-print and transfer-oriented methods depending on construction
NotesFinal print crispness depends on weave, coating, and construction
pros & cons
Pros
- Recycled-content story
- Good for reusable packaging
- More polished textile feel than some lower-cost reusable options
Cons
- Higher cost than commodity plastic
- Requires real reuse to justify the material story
- More complex than simple mono-material film packaging
sustainability
Best framed around recycled content plus repeat use, not just the existence of recycled feedstock.
products made with this material
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