Sirmax’s PP-Filled Resin Approved by RecyClass Strengthens Circularity in Automotive, Electrical and Electronic Sectors

The first polypropylene (PP) filled resin: “ISOFIL H 20 TP F HS BK”, developed by Sirmax for the automotive and electrical & electronic equipment (EEE) sector, got approved by RecyClass as fully compatible. This represents a key milestone in advancing circularity for plastic components within the state-of-the-art recycling streams in Europe.

The Technology Approval follows testing conducted under the RecyClass Recyclability Evaluation Protocol for Automotive & EEE Resins, which confirmed that the resin is compatible with industrial PP-filled recycling processes in Europe – meaning that the material can be effectively recovered and reprocessed, with no negative impacts to the overall quality of produced recyclates.

The positive evaluation of “ISOFIL H 20 TP F HS BK” has now allowed it to be included among the control materials used in the Recyclability Evaluation Protocol for PP- filled plastic components. This marks an important step towards robust and reliable testing, providing a strong scientific basis to assess complex plastic parts and help manufacturers design automotive and EEE parts which are compatible with already-existing recycling systems.

“ISOFIL H 20 TP F HS BK” is a black polypropylene resin filled with 20% talcum and heat stabilised to meet the demanding performance requirements of durable applications. Materials of this kind are widely used in automotive exterior parts, such as wheel arch liners and mirror housings, as well as in interior components, including pillar trims and door panels. In the EEE sector, similar resins are commonly found in large household appliances such as washing machines and dishwashers for internal structural parts, and in smaller appliances such as vacuum cleaner bases and coffee machine internal mounts.

Reliable and harmonised recyclability evaluations will play an essential role in helping the industry meet the requirements of upcoming European legislation, including the End-of-Life Vehicles Regulation and the revision of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive. By supporting the development of closed-loop recycling systems, RecyClass continues to contribute to the transition toward a circular economy for plastics in automotive & EEE applications.

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