Industry Organizations

Plastics Industry Organizations in South Africa

Explore the key organizations shaping South Africa’s plastics industry, including trade associations, professional bodies, and Producer Responsibility Organisations (PROs). These organizations play a critical role in supporting industry growth, promoting sustainability, and guiding compliance with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations. From advocacy and skills development to recycling initiatives and regulatory alignment, these groups form the backbone of South Africa’s transition to a more circular plastics economy.

Roles and Functions of Industry Organizations

Advocacy & policy engagement
Training and skills development
Standardization and compliance
Industry events and networking
Environmental initiatives and recycling programs

Plastics SA

The umbrella body for the South African plastics industry, covering manufacturing, training, sustainability initiatives, and industry promotion.

SAPRO (South African Plastics Recycling Organisation)

Focused on advancing plastic recycling and promoting circular economy practices.

SAVA (Southern African Vinyls Association)

Represents and promotes the vinyl (PVC) industry in Southern Africa.

PISA (Polymer Institute of South Africa)

Professional body for polymer scientists and engineers.

Packaging SA

Represents the broader packaging industry, including plastics, and works on environmental and regulatory issues.

Associations, PROs, and Regulatory Bodies Supporting the South African Plastics Sector

Think Link

Wholesale Plastic Containers, Tubs & Buckets for Commercial and Industrial Use

Think Link is a supplier of plastic pails, tubs and plastic industrial containers that are suited to a wide variety of commercial and industrial applications. With national and regional distribution, Think Link supplies unbranded plastic containers that are ready to fill, label and sell. We source the best-in-class plastic packaging products at the best prices, for your business needs.

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Polyco PRO NPC

Producer Responsibility Organisation Polyco managing mandatory Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for Plastic Packaging in SA

Polyco PRO NPC is South Africa’s best producer responsibility organisation (PRO) focused on plastic packaging. Our mandate is to implement an extended producer responsibility (EPR) scheme that ensures that members meet their regulatory requirements while investing in infrastructure, people and systems needed to build a thriving circular economy.