The observed indicative cost for a prioritised redesign, including qualification of a recycled material supplier, is €30,000 to €100,000 over 6 to 12 months. This covers design and qualification work, excluding the material premium and industrial trials, which depend on the polymer and volumes involved. Internal staff time in purchasing, quality and production must also be added. Costs rise when recycled content requires changes to the packaging's mechanical or barrier properties.
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