With increasing levels of recycling in the UK and Europe it is important to acknowledge that the export of recyclates must play an essential part in the continued reduction in demand for global natural resources.

Although it is preferable to supply local markets in the first instance, materials supply frequently outstrips local demand, meaning outlets further afield must be sought.

In order to legally export recyclates, strict controls, documentation, load tracking and quality assurance are put in place. Each receiving country also has its own different legal requirements which must be followed for these materials to be properly exported.

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