Teknor Apex Advances Recycled Solutions for Automotive Interiors

Crealen R PP compounds deliver up to 70% PCR content with colorability comparable to virgin reinforced PP and validated interior performance

Addressing Constraints on PCR Use in Visible Interior Components
In visible automotive interior applications, material selection has been constrained by the limitations of conventional PCR solutions, particularly in colorability and interior air-quality performance. Crealen R brings together the performance, sustainability, and reliability expected for demanding automotive interior applications, with verified, traceable sourcing from a controlled, high-quality PCR stream.
Unlike conventional PCR materials, Crealen R maintains colorability comparable to virgin reinforced PP, enabling light colors and consistent surface appearance in visible automotive interior components. The series is also engineered to meet demanding requirements for odor, emissions, fogging, and mechanical performance in automotive interiors. Crealen R grades meet Daimler interior material specifications, including DBL 1000, DBL 1224, and DBL 5307.10, supporting use in performance-critical applications. In addition, recycled content is verified through RecyClass for transparent, traceable sourcing, and with one grade delivering up to a 79% reduction in CO₂ emissions compared to virgin reinforced PP.*
Reduction in Global Warming Potential (GWP): Crealen R5-8M8HS vs. Virgin Reinforced PP
Crealen R5-8M8HS incorporates >50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content and delivers a 79% reduction in CO₂e emissions compared to its virgin counterpart. This reduction is based on third-party reviewed Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) data and is illustrated in the accompanying graph.