Recycling

At KIVO, we recycle plastic waste into high-quality PIR and PCR raw materials, which we use to create sustainable packaging solutions.

Recycling to PIR and PCR

At KIVO, we are committed to a circular economy by recycling plastic waste into high-quality raw materials. At KIVO Recycling, we process production surplus and waste streams into Post-Industrial Recycled (PIR) content. This process starts with the sorted collection of our own production surplus, after which it is melted and transformed into new raw materials that can be directly reused in our production.

For Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) content, we work with strategic partners for high-quality PCR. This allows us to use high-quality recycled raw materials in our packaging.

These PIR and PCR raw materials are then used to create new, sustainable packaging solutions. By continuously investing in the latest technologies and processes, we ensure that our recycling operations are both efficient and environmentally friendly.

Find out how our recycling processes contribute to a more sustainable future.

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Sustainable raw materials as end result

Onze duurzame PIR en PCR grondstoffen zijn van zulke hoge kwaliteit dat we percentages van wel 80% gerecycled materiaal in onze producten kunnen behalen. Deze gerecyclede materialen worden vervolgens ingezet voor de productie van nieuwe, hoogwaardige verpakkingsoplossingen bij KIVO. We maken onder andere flexibele folies, zakken en hoezen die zowel functioneel als milieuvriendelijk zijn. Door gebruik te maken van gerecycled materiaal, verminderen we de behoefte aan nieuw plastic en dragen we bij aan een lagere ecologische voetafdruk.

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Frequently asked questions

Below are some frequently asked questions about our recycling processes.

How does the recycling process work at KIVO?

At KIVO, we recycle plastic waste into high-quality PIR and PCR raw materials. This process involves sorting, cleaning, melting and transforming waste materials into new raw materials that are reused in our production.

What are PIR and PCR raw materials?

PIR (Post Industrial Recycled) is recycled material from industrial waste, while PCR (Post Consumer Recycled) comes from consumer waste. KIVO produces PIR in its own recycling facility KIVO Recycling. For PCR, we work with strategic partners for high-quality PCR. For more information, please contact our specialists via the contact form.

How does KIVO ensure recycled materials are of high quality?

We use advanced technologies and strict quality controls to ensure that our recycled materials meet the highest standards. This enables us to incorporate up to 80% of recycled material in our products.

Where does KIVO’s PCR come from?

For PCR, KIVO works with strategic partners for high-quality PCR. This allows us to use high-quality recycled raw materials wherever technically and legally possible.

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