A practical guide to evaluating the quality of recycled products: regranulates, films, crates and plastic components
Learn how to assess the quality of recycled materials (PCR, mPCR), how to identify technical and environmental risks, and how to verify compliance with EU regulations and ESG requirements.
Coming soon – contact us to find out when this course will be available in your language.
This course is designed for companies that purchase finished products or raw materials made from post-consumer recycled plastic and want to make informed procurement decisions, avoiding non-compliance, quality instability or greenwashing. It focuses on understanding how to identify real risks when buying recycled plastics and how to implement clear quality evaluation criteria.
For detailed training on processing regranulates (PVC, PE, PP, PET, PS, PA), please refer to our extrusion course section.
Who is this course for?
🟢 For procurement departments and purchasing specialists who order products made from recycled plastics
🟢 For industrial users working with films, crates, housings and components made from PCR
🟢 For quality control and technical teams implementing material acceptance standards
🟢 For those responsible for ESG reporting and compliance with EU regulations (SUP, PPWR, ESPR)
Course objective
The aim of this course is to provide practical knowledge on how to evaluate the quality of products made from recycled plastics, including regranulates and components made from PCR/mPCR. Participants will learn how to verify suppliers, interpret declarations, and identify technical and legal risks before approving a purchase.
Why should you join?
🟢 Learn how to analyze the quality and stability of recycled plastic products before purchasing
🟢 Learn how to identify signs of degradation, contamination or batch inconsistency
🟢 Understand how to interpret supplier declarations regarding PCR, mPCR and recycled content
🟢 Learn what legal obligations apply to buyers under SUP, PPWR and ESPR regulations
🟢 Get a ready-to-use purchasing checklist to help you make ESG- and regulation-compliant decisions
What will you learn?
🟢 What are the key differences between regranulates made from PCR, PIR and virgin materials
🟢 How to assess MFI, moisture content, density, color and thermal stability
🟢 How to detect risks: batch inconsistency, odors, contamination, uneven appearance
🟢 How to implement supplier evaluation and quality documentation review (PCR certificates, origin)
🟢 What data you must collect to demonstrate ESG and EU compliance in your procurement
🟢 How to avoid false recycling claims and recognize greenwashing in supplier materials
What’s next? – CHECK OUT OUR OTHER COURSES
👉 This course can be taken independently or as a continuation of RECYCL-7001 and RECYCL-7002 (for plastic processing facilities).
👉 For more detailed information on regranulate processing and technical parameter control, see our dedicated section:
There you will find specialist courses on processing regranulates made from PVC, PE, PP, LDPE, PET, ABS, PS and PA films, as well as trainings for technicians and machine operators.
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Online Course Format
⏱ Access Duration: 30 days – Learn at your own pace until course completion (24/7)
📜 Certificate of participation and diplomas: Yes.
💬 Available languages: German, English, Polish, Spanish (others available upon request). Contact us to check if Your language is already available or to request a translation.
Price: The price is stated as net. 19% VAT will be added at checkout.
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Schedule and Organization
📅 Regular online courses: Start every 2–3 weeks.
👥 On-demand courses: For groups of 6 or more, we can arrange any date and customize the language.
✉️ Write to us and make sure the course is available in your language. If so, you will receive access within 24 hours (on business days). If not, we will inform you when the additional language version is ready.
Request Pricing and Schedule
Our online courses are an affordable solution to gain valuable knowledge in a flexible and convenient format. To receive a personalized quote, let us know the number of participants and your preferred start date. Contact us to learn more and reserve your spot!
On-Demand Organization – Flexibility for Your Needs
Our online courses can also be organized on demand, offering tailored solutions whether you want to train an individual or an entire team. If you're an individual participant, send us an inquiry – we’ll notify you of the nearest available date for this or similar courses.
We can also translate course content into your native language. Currently, courses are available in German, English, Polish, and Spanish. Other languages are available upon request, and we can prepare course materials with translations suited to your needs.
Pricing Information:
The price depends on the number of participants – larger groups benefit from more cost-effective pricing. Invite your team or a larger group of employees and gain practical knowledge together!
When Sending an Inquiry, Please Provide:
- The number of participants interested in the course.
- Your preferred start date and time.
- Any additional questions or details you’d like us to address during the course.
- The language in which you’d like the course to be conducted.
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💬 Available in Multiple Languages – Tailored Learning for Everyone
👉 Check the list of all courses here -> www.rolbatch.eu/pages/all-trainings-plastics-recycling-energy
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