Plastics Recycling

Optimizing Plastics Recycling with Advanced Solutions

Chemetall provides advanced washing agents, separation additives and defoamers that enhance productivity, improve quality, and reduce costs in the plastics recycling industry. Our solutions help industries meet sustainability goals while supporting a circular economy.

Removing residues, labels, and adhesives from plastics (e.g. PET bottles) is a crucial step in plastics recycling. Special cleaning agents and defoamers enhance productivity and safety in the recycling process.

Chemetall offers advanced solutions that efficiently clean plastic materials while conserving water and reducing material use. We collaborate closely with our customers to analyze their operations, identify areas for improvement, and implement process optimizations that increase efficiency and reduce operational costs.

With over 20 years of experience in plastics treatment, Chemetall is a trusted partner in plastics recycling. As demand for recycled plastics grows—driven by regulations like the European Green Deal and increasing sustainability awareness—our solutions help customers in the plastics and PET recycling industry to meet market needs.

As plastics waste is a major environmental challenge, Chemetall is committed to creating customized solutions that reduce hazardous substances, cut water use, and save energy. Plastics flakes processed with Chemetall solutions even meet the strictest quality regulations, compatible with the requirements of the food industry.

Our Technologies for Plastics Recycling

Gardobond^®

A comprehensive selection of high-efficiency conversion coatings and organic passivation for treating metal substrates, specialized solutions for aluminum, and distinct additives for separating PET from polyolefins, along with defoaming agents

Gardoclean^®

A selection of highly efficient alkaline, acid and neutral cleaner technologies that provide a residue-free, wettable surface and eco-friendly options

Our Technologies for Plastics Recycling

Gardobond®

A comprehensive selection of high-efficiency conversion coatings for treating metal substrates, specialized solutions for aluminum, and distinct additives for separating PET from polyolefins, along with defoaming agents

Gardoclean®

A selection of highly efficient alkaline, acid and neutral cleaner technologies that provide a residue-free, wettable surface and eco-friendly options

Cleaning

High-performance cleaners that deliver a clean surface that is residue-free and wettable

Plastics Recycling

Innovative cleaning technologies and defoamers to reduce costs, increase productivity and safety of plastics recycling processes

Water Treatment

A comprehensive line of solutions to increase productivity, safety, compliance and sustainability in water treatment

We’re More Than Just Surface Treatment Experts

We’re your surface treatment partner, integrating end-to-end solutions that embody dedication, inspiration and impeccable science throughout your whole process.

Advanced Applications

Boost operational efficiency with our best-in-class solutions designed for top performance from start to finish.

Lab Services

Enhance processes and operational efficiency while minimizing costs thanks to state-of-the-art analysis and technical support.

Innovative Technologies

Get superior results with our advanced technologies and solutions for surface treatment.

Explore Our Integrated Solutions

Ready to Collaborate?

Schedule an expert consultation to discover how our approach can enhance your surface, glass, plastic recycling and metal pretreatment processes. Whether you’re looking for advice, a full-service surface treatment company or a supplier for a specific product, you can always expect our dedicated team of experts to find the right solution to meet your needs.

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