💼 Business May 1, 2026 · Susanne Rust

Recycled plastics industry gets unexpected boost from Iran War

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Recycled plastics industry gets unexpected boost from Iran War
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Conflict in Iran has raised the cost of oil and downstream products like virgin plastic. That's a boon for recycled plastic, which is now cost competitive.

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