Unlocking the Future of Plastic Waste

The Role of Chemical Recycling  

Chemical recycling is a comprehensive approach that includes various processes such as pyrolysis, depolymerization, and gasification, all aimed at recycling valuable raw materials from plastics. By breaking down plastic waste into gases, liquids, or smaller building blocks, these methods enable the reuse of materials in the production of new plastics.

One of the most promising techniques is pyrolysis, which converts plastic waste into synthetic crude oil ', called Pyrolysis oil’. This oil can be utilized directly in established production processes or undergo further refinement. Pyrolysis not only reduces the volume of plastic waste but also lowers CO2 emissions. Instead of ending up in incinerators or landfills, plastic waste can now be repurposed, contributing to a more sustainable future. Pyrolysis oil is an alternative to fossil naphtha, which can be reintegrated into the production cycle as a key starting material for plastics.

Pyrolysis of mixed plastic waste: Expertise & enabling technologies to making plastic waste a suitable feedstock to substitute fossil NAPHTA

By combining pyrolysis & upgradation processes with Evonik’s solutions, we enable technologies making plastic waste as a suitable feedstock, advancing the circular economy while reducing emissions. Together, we are paving the way for a sustainable future in plastic production.

Pyrolysis Oil Stabilization & Upgradation

SiYPro® Performance Additives

Full range of process additives

  • Antipolymerants, antioxidants, dispersants, corrosion inhibitors & emulsion breakers

VISCOPLEX® Pour point depressants

Pour point depressant inhibiting wax crystallization, lowering viscosity hence improving handling & storage

Adsorbents

  • Targeted contaminant removal
  • Purocel® Adsorbents: halogen removal
  • Purocel®: silicon, metals, acidity, color & odor removal
  • Rocket. modular skid for contamnants removal

Hydroprocessing Solutions

  • Purocel® H: hydrotreating catalysts solution
  • Circular solutions through the whole catalyst life-cycle
  • Removal of all heteroatomic species as well as hydrogenating olefins and aromatics
  • Embracing circular business models requires a fundamental shift in the way we think about resources, products, and processes. It demands a holistic approach that encompasses the entire product lifecycle, from sourcing raw materials to end-of-life management.