Teknor Apex launches TPE series with up to 35% PCR content

Teknor Apex has launched a range of thermoplastic elastomers containing 25-35% recycled content to help brands achieve their sustainability goals
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The Monprene RX CP-15100 series is formulated from Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) ingredients and is produced to exacting specifications around the world using locally sourced raw materials, turning local waste into resources
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Teknor Apex says that, unlike competing TPEs that contain recycled content (which is only black), the materials are uniform in color, with a light natural color that matches their primary color
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The Monprene RX CP-15100 is available in standard grades from 55 to 80 Shore A, and can also be customized according to customer specific requirements
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This grade is designed for injection molding applications, including overmolding on polypropylene
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These materials perform and process similarly to premium TPEs and are suitable for personal care products, lawn and garden tools, writing implements, appliances, sporting goods, and more
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PCR components are derived from household or commercial, industrial, and institutional waste
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Not only does Monprene RX reduce plastic waste by adding it to the compound, but products made with Monprene RX are still fully recyclable after the end of the product life cycle
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Jonathan Plisco, manager of new business development at Teknor Apex, said: “We are constantly striving to improve the sustainability of our products while reducing the environmental impact of our production operations
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Our priorities include improving energy efficiency, reducing water consumption, and diverting waste from landfills.
off-site transfer of waste
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According to Teknor Apex, the Monprene RX CP-15100 series of TPEs are manufactured in the US, Singapore and Germany according to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards with strict formulation control and traceability
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“This launch is the first of several sustainable products planned for this year, including other types of regenerative ingredients, bio-based raw materials and carbon-negative additives
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We are actively working with various partners along the supply chain , enabling continued growth in the product portfolio,
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