Nouryon Introduces First Commercial Solution to Enhance Recycled Polypropylene Performance
Event summary
- Nouryon launched Perkadox® PM-60ST-GR, an organic peroxide technology designed to restore performance in recycled polypropylene.
- The solution is the first commercially available organic peroxide for recycled polypropylene, enabling its use in packaging, automotive, and consumer goods applications.
- Perkadox increases the plastic’s resistance to deformation when molten by up to 10 times and boosts melt viscosity, improving processing control.
- Nouryon presented the product at the Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRSE) 2026 in Amsterdam from May 5-6, 2026.
The big picture
Nouryon’s Perkadox technology addresses a critical bottleneck in the recycling industry: the performance limitations of recycled polypropylene. By enabling the use of more recycled material in high-demand applications, Nouryon is positioning itself as a key enabler of circular economy goals in packaging, automotive, and consumer goods sectors. The launch aligns with broader industry trends toward sustainability and regulatory pressures to reduce plastic waste.
What we're watching
- Market Adoption
- How quickly plastic recyclers, compounders, and processors will integrate Perkadox into their operations and the pace at which it will replace virgin polypropylene in key applications.
- Competitive Response
- Whether competitors will develop similar technologies or partner with Nouryon to leverage this innovation, shaping the future of recycled polypropylene markets.
- Regulatory Influence
- The extent to which regulatory incentives for sustainable materials will accelerate the adoption of Perkadox and similar solutions in high-demand industries.
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