The U.S. recycled polyolefin market size was estimated at USD 8.01 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 13.52 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 9.2% from 2025 to 2030. The market is poised for growth due to increasing environmental awareness, stringent regulatory frameworks, and rising demand for sustainable materials across various industries.
As the country intensifies its focus on circular economy principles, the recycling of polyolefin-primarily polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) has gained momentum. These recycled materials are increasingly being integrated into manufacturing processes, reducing reliance on virgin plastics and minimizing environmental impact. The market benefits from advanced recycling technologies such as mechanical recycling and chemical recycling, which improve the quality and usability of recycled polyolefin.
The U.S. polyolefin market, especially thermoplastic polyolefins (TPOs), is expected to grow steadily due to increasing healthcare, automotive, and construction demand. Growing health awareness has led to higher use of polyolefin-based medical products such as masks, gloves, and protective gear, supporting consistent market growth. TPOs are valued for their durability, weather resistance, and recyclability, making them suitable for roofing, insulation, and automotive parts such as bumpers and dashboards. Additionally, the automotive industry's focus on lightweight materials to improve fuel efficiency and meet emissions standards is further boosting TPO demand.
A key factor supporting this growth is the significant use of recycled materials, which helps reduce the demand for virgin plastics and delivers substantial environmental benefits. In fiscal 2024, major U.S. recyclers purchased over 540 million pounds of recycled plastic, accounting for about 50% of their total plastic resin purchases. According to research by the U.S. Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory in October 2023, advanced recycling methods such as pyrolysis can lower greenhouse gas emissions by up to 23% compared to traditional fossil-based plastic production. Moreover, using recycled plastics reduces fossil fuel consumption by 65% to 70% and cuts water use by nearly half.
U.S. Recycled Polyolefin Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2018 to 2030. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the U.S. recycled polyolefin industry report based on product, application, and source.
Product Outlook (Volume in Million Tons, Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)
Low-density Polyethylene (LDPE)
High-density Polyethylene (HDPE)
Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
Polypropylene
Others
Application Outlook (Volume in Million Tons, Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)
Plastic Bottles
Plastic Films
Polymer Foam
Others
Source Outlook (Volume in Million Tons, Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)
Food Packaging
Construction
Automotive
Non-food Packaging
Others
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
1.2. Segment Definitions
1.2.1. Product
1.2.2. Application
1.2.3. Source
1.2.4. Estimates and forecasts timeline
1.3. Research Methodology
1.4. Information Procurement
1.4.1. Purchased database
1.4.2. GVR's internal database
1.4.3. Secondary sources
1.4.4. Primary research
1.4.5. Details of primary research
1.5. Information or Data Analysis
1.5.1. Data analysis models
1.6. Market Formulation & Validation
1.7. Model Details
1.8. List of Secondary Sources
1.9. List of Primary Sources
1.10. Objectives
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
2.1. Market Outlook
2.2. Segment Outlook
2.2.1. Product
2.2.2. Application
2.2.3. Source
2.3. Competitive Insights
Chapter 3. U.S. Recycled Polyolefin Market Variables, Trends & Scope
3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
3.1.1. Parent market outlook
3.1.2. Related/ancillary market outlook
3.2. Market Dynamics
3.2.1. Market driver analysis
3.2.2. Market restraint analysis
3.3. U.S. Recycled Polyolefin Market Analysis Tools
3.3.1. Industry Analysis - Porter's
3.3.1.1. Supplier power
3.3.1.2. Buyer power
3.3.1.3. Substitution threat
3.3.1.4. Threat of new entrant
3.3.1.5. Competitive rivalry
3.3.2. PESTEL Analysis
3.3.2.1. Political landscape
3.3.2.2. Technological landscape
3.3.2.3. Economic landscape
3.4. U.S. Recycled Polyolefin Market: Pipeline Analysis