What is the main technical goal of Envalior and Secara’s collaboration on circular nylon 6?

The main technical goal is to develop post-consumer-recycled (PCR)-derived caprolactam for nylon 6 (PA6) using Secara’s catalytic depolymerization process, achieving drop-in quality monomers that match the performance of virgin PA6 without requiring changes to existing polymerization equipment, product design, or qualification procedures.

Why is this collaboration particularly important for automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers?

It addresses the European Commission’s upcoming End-of-Life Vehicles Regulation (ELVR), which mandates that 15% of plastics in new vehicles must be from recycled sources six years after entry into force — rising to 25% after 10 years — with 20% of that recycled content required to come from closed-loop sources (e.g., end-of-life vehicles), a requirement mechanical recycling alone cannot meet due to technical and quality constraints in demanding automotive applications.

Envalior Partners with Secara on Circular Nylon 6 for Automotive Applications

Aug 25, 2026

Envalior partnered with Secara to validate post-consumer-recycled nylon 6 production via catalytic depolymerization for automotive use. The collaboration targets compliance with EU ELV regulations by delivering drop-in quality monomers that support supply-chain decarbonization.

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2026-08-25

Envalior Partners with Secara on Circular Nylon 6 for Automotive Applications

Envalior Partners with Secara on Circular Nylon 6 for Automotive Applications

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