Dubbed the ‘Oscars’ of the plastics industry, the Best Recycled Product of the Year competition is run by the SA Plastics Recycling Organisation (SAPRO) and acknowledges products that are made from post-consumer recycled materials.

“There were only two consumer retail products that received awards on the night so we are honoured to be voted by our peers and receive the recognition by the industry for being what we say we are,” says Rory Murray, marketing director at Tuffy Brands. “As we strive for innovation and quality in our products by winning we ensure that everyone recognises our product as the sustainable option for refuse bags.”

Tuffy runs 6 000 tons of material through its plant every year, equating to 240 million refuse bags and are the first company in SA to receive SGS accreditation for being 100% recycled.

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