SK Chemicals will showcase a broad range of recycled-materials technologies at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, Germany. The company’s focus is on delivering immediate, practical solutions for a sustainable future.
Under the theme “On-hand solution for a sustainable tomorrow,” SK Chemicals will present over 70 end products made with its advanced materials. These include commercialized solutions built on core technologies in recyclability, recycled content, and bio-based solutions.
The Recyclable and Recycled Solutions track features a dedicated Recycle Zone with products made from circular-recycled materials such as SKYPET CR and ECOTRIA CLARO. This zone demonstrates full circular processes, from waste collection to depolymerization and commercialization.
A key highlight is applications in the automotive sector. SK Chemicals will display yarn and vehicle mats made with SKYPET CR, developed with Durmont. It will also showcase a SKYPET CR headliner installed in the Hyundai IONIQ 5.
In the Bio Solutions segment, SK Chemicals will exhibit products made with ECOZEN, a high-heat copolyester with up to 15% biomass. The lineup includes kitchen appliances, containers, baby tableware, and sports bottles.
Products made with ECOTRION, a 100% bio-based polyol, will be featured as intermediate materials for spandex and synthetic leather. Finished goods like bags, shoes, and golf balls will also be displayed.
The exhibit will feature SKYGREEN, a transparent, chemically resistant copolyester used in cosmetics, food packaging, and home appliances. SKYPEL, a polyester-based TPEE, offers elasticity and strength for automotive parts, hoses, cables, and breathable films.
SK Chemicals’ solutions align with Europe’s new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). The region leads in recycled feedstock use, with PET markets projected to grow over 7% annually.
CEO Ahn Jae-hyun emphasized, “As circularity becomes essential globally, SK Chemicals offers ready-to-deploy recycling and bio solutions. We aim to expand collaboration and reinforce our leadership in recycled plastics.”
