PlasticsEurope (Association of Plastics Manufacturers in Europe) is the pan‑European trade association representing polymer producers. Based in Brussels, it speaks for companies that manufacture plastic raw materials across Europe, engaging with EU institutions, national authorities, and stakeholders throughout the plastics value chain.
The association provides industry data and analysis, publishes market and sustainability reports (including “Plastics – the Facts”), and coordinates initiatives on product stewardship, circularity, climate and energy, and the safe use of chemicals. It supports standards and best practices, promotes prevention of pellet loss (e.g., through Operation Clean Sweep), and fosters innovation and dialogue to advance recycling and the transition to a more circular plastics system. Its members include major producers of commodity and specialty polymers operating in Europe.