RecyClass has recognised Elix ABS HH 3110 as compatible with ABS automotive and electrical and electronic equipment recycling streams, marking the first ABS resin to receive RecyClass Technology Approval. The material has also been designated as a control material for ABS recyclability testing under RecyClass protocols. The recognition follows testing conducted at Proplast in line with the Recyclability Evaluation Protocol for Automotive and EEE Resins. According to the evaluation, the resin is fully compatible with the ABS automotive and EEE recycling stream, providing a benchmark for future assessments of ABS components. The approval is presented by RecyClass as a step towards clear, sector-specific recommendations that support recyclability in these applications.
Elix Polymers’ high-performance ABS grade is modified with poly(styrene-co-maleimide) and is characterised by high heat resistance. The material is used in demanding automotive applications, including exterior parts such as tail-light housings and spoilers, as well as interior components like centre console trims, door components and dashboard parts. It is also applied in electrical uses such as sockets and switches. Based on its performance during testing, Elix ABS HH 3110 will serve as a control material for executing the RecyClass Recyclability Evaluation Protocol for ABS plastic components. This provides stakeholders in the automotive and EEE sectors with a tested reference for assessing material selection and recycling compatibility within established ABS streams. The results are aligned with RecyClass’ broader objective of developing robust protocols that support European recycling targets and the transition to circular plastics in these sectors. For more information on the protocols or to start a Technology Approval process, visit the RecyClass website.
Scope and implications of the approval
The Technology Approval confirms that Elix ABS HH 3110 meets the compatibility criteria for ABS streams defined by the Recyclability Evaluation Protocol for Automotive and EEE Resins. Its status as a control material establishes a consistent point of comparison for laboratory testing, enabling repeatable evaluation of ABS components and formulations. This can facilitate decision-making across design, specification and end-of-life planning for automotive and EEE plastic parts, aligning product development with recycling pathway requirements described by RecyClass.
