Suntory to begin using PET bottles using UCO

Starting this November, Japan’s Suntory Group is set to introduce PET bottles made from bio-paraxylene, an innovative material derived from used cooking oil, for select beverage products. This launch marks a global milestone, as it will be the first instance of commercialized PET bottles using bio-paraxylene. The new packaging is expected to significantly reduce CO₂ emissions compared to traditional PET bottles, which are typically manufactured using virgin petroleum-based materials.

The initial rollout will cover approximately 45 million PET bottles for various Suntory beverage products in Japan. Suntory is also considering a broader application of bio-paraxylene-based PET across its entire product line, reinforcing the company’s commitment to sustainability and reducing environmental impact.

By converting used cooking oil into bio-paraxylene, Suntory is tapping into a cutting-edge, circular approach to raw materials, helping shift away from fossil fuels and minimizing carbon footprints within the packaging industry. This initiative aligns with Suntory’s larger vision of reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable practices in every stage of its production and distribution channels.