RAUNHEIM, Germany, August 19th, 2025 – Polyplastics Group will announce a new broad-based sustainability strategy at the upcoming K 2025 exhibition (Hall 7A/B02) which runs Oct. 8-15 in Düsseldorf, Germany. We are proud to unveil its latest advancements in the DURAFIDE® polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) technology and will also launch new materials in the DURAST® fine powders lineup and deliver the latest update on its new TOPAS® cyclic olefin copolymer (COC) plant in Leuna, Germany.
Polyplastics will update its set of sustainability commitments while announcing new technologies that are aimed at reducing the company’s global environmental footprint and accelerating progress towards a cleaner and healthier world. The drive to a circular economy includes the establishment of two carbon emission reduction goals. By 2030, the Daicel group including Polyplastics plans to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 50% compared to 2018. We are also targets a 30% reduction in its cradle-to-gate product carbon footprint (PCF) compared with 2018.
As part of its sustainability strategy which includes DURACIRCLE® Sustainable Solutions, we will unveil unique technologies including the development of bio-based p-hydroxybenzoic acid (PHBA), which is a key monomer for LAPEROS® liquid crystal polymer (LCP). We are also focusing development work on AI-aided mechanical recycling technology, POM chemical recycling technologies, and PBT solvent-based recycling processes.
In new material developments, we are introducing DURAST® fine powders made from its high-performance DURAFIDE® PPS. These powders feature a unique spherical shape and a precisely controlled, narrow particle size distribution, making them ideal for advanced processing needs. We are also extending the application of DURAFIDE® PPS to lithium-ion battery components, and launching new DURAFIDE® PPS grades specifically engineered for laser-weldable applications – offering enhanced performance and design flexibility for cutting-edge industries.
Date: October 8 -15, 2025
Opening Hours: 10:00 – 18:30
Venue: Fair ground Düsseldorf, Germany
Booth No.: Hall 7A/ B02
Official Website: https://www.k-online.com/
For more information, visit Polyplastics Sustainability and Polyplastics News.
About Polyplastics
Polyplastics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in the development and production of engineering thermoplastics. The company’s product portfolio includes POM, PBT, PPS, LCP, COC, PET, and LFT. The company has the largest global market share of POM, LCP, and COC. With more than 50 years of experience, the company is backed by a strong global network of R&D, production, and sales resources capable of creating advanced solutions for an ever-changing global marketplace.
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