The Hidden Problem with Black Plastic 🚫

When it comes to cleaning products, most people focus on what’s inside the bottle. But at Kings, we care just as much about what the bottle is made of, because sustainability doesn’t stop at the formula.

You’ve probably noticed some brands using sleek, black bottles. They might look premium, but there’s a big problem most people don’t know about:

Black plastic is almost impossible to recycle.

That’s because most recycling sorting systems use infrared scanners to identify different types of plastic. Black pigments absorb the infrared light, meaning the scanners can’t “see” them. So, instead of being recycled, these bottles often end up in landfill, even if you put them in your recycling bin.

♻️ Our Choice: Grade 1 PET with 30% Recycled Material

At Kings, we’ve made a deliberate choice to use Grade 1 PET bottles — the same material used in water bottles and food packaging. PET is 100% recyclable and one of the most widely accepted plastics in Australia’s recycling stream.

Even better, our bottles are made with 30% recycled content, giving old plastics a new life and reducing the need for virgin materials.

Every bottle you use with Kings is designed to re-enter the recycling loop, not the landfill.

🌍 Why It Matters

We’re not just a cleaning brand; we’re a sustainability brand. Every decision — from our formulas to our packaging — is made to protect your home and the planet.

By choosing Kings, you’re supporting:

• ✅ Packaging that’s actually recyclable

• ✅ Reduced plastic waste through post-consumer recycled content

• ✅ Transparent, responsible manufacturing

Because cleaning the planet starts with cleaning up our industry.