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BRANCH ASSOCIATION POLYMERS (BAP) is a non-profit association of companies processing and trading with polymers founded in 1999.

At the national level, BAP is the only branch organization representing plastics convertors, companies trading with polymer raw materials and recyclates.

The Association actively monitors the changes in the Bulgarian and European legislation and cooperates with the Bulgarian institutions in drafting the legal framework affecting the plastics industry in the country by protecting the interests of the polymer industry.

We work for the positive image of the industry to consumers and institutions in order to improve the competitive advantages of the companies in the market. Key principles of our activity are circular economy, sustainability and environmental protection, consumer health and safety.

BRANCH ASSOCIATION POLYMERS is an active member of EuPC – European Plastics Converters Association and the Mediterranean Advisory Board of PlasticsEurope – The Association of Plastics Manufacturers in Europe.

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News

  • BEUC: Toxic chemicals in non-plastic disposable tableware, consumer test reveals

    A new test by consumer organisations in four countries1 found chemicals of concern in single-use tableware made of popular non-plastic alternatives, such as disposable plant fibre bowls, paper straws, or palm leaf plates. Several products were also found to mislead consumers with unsubstantiated…

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  • Extrapack invests 3.5m euros in three new nonwoven textile lines

    The newest line, which was put into operation in early April, is worth 1.5m euros and is the last part of an investment launched last year. The line is currently in test mode and production is expected to start at full speed in a few weeks.This is the largest production line of Extrapack. It is assembled entirely by the company’s team, with components from China, Germany and Ireland, while the structure is manufactured in Bulgaria. The line will produce nonwoven textiles for medical and hygienic products, furniture production, interior textiles, etc.

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  • EU market for polymers is under pressure according to the Polymers for Europe Alliance

    The Polymers for Europe Alliance was set up by the European Plastics Converters association (EuPC) in 2015 due to the shortage of polymers for converters in Europe. Its objective is to build and maintain good communications between suppliers and customers of polymers and additives in Europe following the catastrophic situation during the first semester of 2015. The monitoring of Force Majeure declarations globally of polymer producers by the Alliance showed an alarming increase in issued declarations by numerous polymer producers towards the end of 2020.

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Members of BAP

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BAP works on established practices in the developed countries to represent the voice of the industry to the Bulgarian institutions. Membership in BAP provides a good platform to promote your business and increase your sales.

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Membership

We are stronger together

BAP works on established practices in the developed countries to represent the voice of the industry to the Bulgarian institutions. We are in a period of dynamic change and only the united business can defend its interests.

Lobbying and representation

BAP works in close cooperation with the government bodies in the country, which relate to the activity of the companies in the branch. By joining the Association, you can actively participate in the preparation of standpoints and requests to these institutions.

Promoting your business

Membership in BAP provides a good platform to promote your business and increase your sales.

Participation in projects

We are constantly looking for opportunities to fund projects and initiatives for the benefit of our members.

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BAP works on established practices in the developed countries to represent the voice of the industry to the Bulgarian institutions. Membership in BAP provides a good platform to promote your business and increase your sales.

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