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Plastics Industry Association
The Voice of the Entire Supply Chain
At the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS), we are more than a trade group—we are the unified voice of a nearly $550 billion industry employing over one million people. As the only organization representing the full plastics supply chain—from manufacturers and suppliers to processors and recyclers—we provide a 360‑degree view of a major U.S. manufacturing sector.
Innovation and Sustainability
Working at PLASTICS means operating where innovation, manufacturing, and environmental stewardship meet. Our team advances the circular economy through recycling innovation, sustainable policy, and collaboration.
A Global Platform for Progress
PLASTICS produces NPE: The Plastics Show, the largest plastics trade event in the Americas, driving billions in commerce and innovation. Beyond NPE, we lead initiatives including the Society of Plastics Engineers, Operation Clean Sweep, and recycling alliances—serving as a hub for industry progress.
At the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS), we are more than a trade group—we are the unified voice of a nearly $550 billion industry employing over one million people. As the only organization representing the full plastics supply chain—from manufacturers and suppliers to processors and recyclers—we provide a 360‑degree view of a major U.S. manufacturing sector.
Innovation and Sustainability
Working at PLASTICS means operating where innovation, manufacturing, and environmental stewardship meet. Our team advances the circular economy through recycling innovation, sustainable policy, and collaboration.
A Global Platform for Progress
PLASTICS produces NPE: The Plastics Show, the largest plastics trade event in the Americas, driving billions in commerce and innovation. Beyond NPE, we lead initiatives including the Society of Plastics Engineers, Operation Clean Sweep, and recycling alliances—serving as a hub for industry progress.
Purpose
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) is the voice of the plastics industry, bringing together the full supply chain to build consensus, advocate thoughtful perspectives and solutions, and provide valuable information to help our members succeed in the marketplace. We are proud to represent the nearly one million people who are employed by companies in the plastics supply chain in the United States.
Vision
Create a sustainable plastics industry.
Mission
To protect, promote, and grow the plastics industry.
Additional Culture Details
We work to make our members and the industry more globally competitive.
We advance sustainability and strive to keep plastic out of our environment and in the circular economy.
We promote plastics manufacturing as a viable career option.
We provide education about plastics to both the industry and the public.
We support technology-driven innovation to solve problems.
We work to change public perceptions about plastics and show how they impact our lives for the better.
We understand what’s important to our members’ businesses and advocate on their behalf to enact sustainable policies and create sustainable business growth for the industry.
Our councils, committees and events such as our signature global tradeshow NPE®, bring the boldest and brightest innovators, influencers and new technologies together to create connections, expand business growth and showcase our industry.
From the technological advancements we enable to the possibilities we create, we’re dedicated to helping our members shape the future and make a positive impact every day.
We advance sustainability and strive to keep plastic out of our environment and in the circular economy.
We promote plastics manufacturing as a viable career option.
We provide education about plastics to both the industry and the public.
We support technology-driven innovation to solve problems.
We work to change public perceptions about plastics and show how they impact our lives for the better.
We understand what’s important to our members’ businesses and advocate on their behalf to enact sustainable policies and create sustainable business growth for the industry.
Our councils, committees and events such as our signature global tradeshow NPE®, bring the boldest and brightest innovators, influencers and new technologies together to create connections, expand business growth and showcase our industry.
From the technological advancements we enable to the possibilities we create, we’re dedicated to helping our members shape the future and make a positive impact every day.
Values
- Unity
- We are responsible for convening individuals within the plastics industry and its partners and stakeholders to foster diverse perspectives, ensure inclusive representation, and empower individuals to achieve success
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