The demand for circular solutions is expected to grow exponentially in the coming decade. Drawing on our many years of experience in the production and processing of sustainable polyamides, we have developed a technology in which secondary feedstock from production sources is recycled into high-quality PA compounds in a one-step process. The result is our well-known brand of recycled polyamide, TECHNYL® 4EARTH®.
TECHNYL® 4EARTH® is part of our strategy for supporting circularity and providing an efficient solution for strengthening post-industrial recycling. The production of our resins requires nearly 50% less water, emits 80% less CO2, and consumes 60% less non-renewable energy compared to prime-grade polyamide. Life cycle assessment (LCA) studies have successfully demonstrated the reduced environmental impact of our upstream and downstream products.
In addition to our solutions addressing circularity and lightweight, we are increasing our focus on strengthening mechanical and chemical recycling of post-consumer feedstock. Through process improvements and the development of new technologies and new grades, we are investing in dissolving technologies for the recycling of monomer production waste, for example.