PlasticsEurope Deutschland e. V. is the association of plastics manufacturers in Germany. We are a professional association of the German Chemical Industry (VCI) and part of the European network Plastics Europe with offices in major capitals of Europe.
The European plastics industry wants to contribute to prosperity and well-being in Europe and the world. Our goal is to improve the quality of life with innovations, use resources efficiently and protect the climate. As a material, plastics are essential for sustainable living and for achieving climate protection targets. Whether wind turbines, energy-saving houses or e-mobility: efficient plastics make it possible to save resources and CO2.
The plastics industry currently employs more than 1.5 million people in around 55,000 companies across the EU.