Rising recycled-content mandates, growing sustainability commitments, and advances in recycling technologies are accelerating global market growth through 2031.SHERIDAN, Wyo., Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — How big is the recycled plastics market, and what is driving its growth? The global recycled plastics market is valued at USD 76.6 billion in 2026 and is projected to reach USD 117.9 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 9% over the forecast period (2026–2031), according to a new study by Wissen Research.Behind the growth is a mix of rules and economics. The EU's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), which applies from 12 August 2026,…