AKROMID® ECO
PA6 from PCR sources
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Innovative and sustainable alternatives for conventional polyamides
Compounds based on post-consumer recycled material (PCR)
Post-consumer recycled material (PCR) refers to plastics that have been disposed of as waste, collected and processed after being used by end consumers in private households or commercial settings.
In contrast, pre-consumer recycled material (PIR/post-industrial recycling) is derived from industrial production waste. Since collecting PCR is more labor-intensive and carries a higher risk of contamination, its use is technically much more challenging.
Why we rely on PCR Compounds
At AKRO-PLASTIC, we believe the use of PCR is essential. This allows us to conserve valuable resources, reduce waste, meet climate goals, and secure competitive advantages. Additionally, it helps us reduce our dependence on imported fossil-based raw materials.
While the use of PIR is technically simpler, it is limited in terms of volume, as the industry already utilizes these raw material sources almost entirely.
Transparency Guaranteed: The recycled content of our materials is always clearly identified as pre-consumer (PIR) or post-consumer (PCR) on the technical data sheets for AKRO Compounds.
Legal Quotas: The new EU End-of-Life Vehicles Regulation
The adopted EU End-of-Life Vehicles Regulation mandates fixed quotas for the use of recycled materials in new vehicles:
15% PCR content starting in 2032 (six years after adoption)
25% PCR content starting in 2036 (ten years after adoption)
In each case, 20% of these quotas must come from the closed-loop end-of-life vehicle recycling system. PIR raw materials are not counted toward these quotas under this legislation.
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AKROMID® B ECO: Reliable Performance from PCR Sources
With the AKROMID® B ECO product line, AKRO-PLASTIC offers a range of high-quality mechanical PA6 recyclates from PCR sources.
Your Benefits at a Glance
Sustainability: Guaranteed PCR content of over 30% according to ISO 14021.
Compliance: Meets the recycled content requirements of the upcoming ELV Regulation.
Supply reliability: Continuously available raw material sources in industrial quantities.
Portfolio: Available as standard with 15%, 30%, and 35% glass fiber reinforcement.
Flexibility: Custom formulation developments are available upon request.
Appearance: Excellent surface quality for high-performance components and basic laser markability with unrestricted black coloring.
Color: Black
AKROMID® LITE ECO: Density-reduced PA-PP blends with PCR content
The proven AKROMID® LITE series is now also available with PCR content. This innovative blend of PA6 and PCR-PP combines the physical advantages of both materials and offers an outstanding property profile. Compared to PP, it offers higher heat deflection temperature and better mechanical properties, while it outperforms conventional PA6 with reduced weight and optimized flow characteristics.
Your benefits at a glance
Material savings: Significant density reduction for lightweight construction applications.
Recycled content: At least 20% PCR content (unreinforced grades over 30%).
Stability: Extremely low moisture absorption and high dimensional stability.
Processing: Optimized flow behavior for complex part geometries.
Adhesion: Improved bonding in multi-component injection molding with TPE-S and TPE-V.
Properties: Mechanical properties nearly on par with those of virgin material.
AKROMID® ECO for Resource-Conscious Material Selection
Under the ECO brand, we offer not only products containing post-consumer recycled (PCR) content but also PA66 and PA6 compounds manufactured using post-industrial recycled (PIR) materials or industrial byproducts. These materials are not designed to meet regulatory recycled content requirements; however, they provide an opportunity to integrate alternative raw material sources into material cycles.
Verfügbare Produkte
Are you looking for a future-proof PCR polyester compound?
Thanks to the established PET bottle recycling process, AKRO-PLASTIC has long been offering high-quality polyester compounds containing PCR material under the brand name PRECITE® ECO. You can find more information here: PRECITE® ECO.
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