Rethink. Redesign. Recycle - without compromise.
Evonik additives and material solutions support recyclability, durability and processing requirements in selected design-for-circularity applications.
Evonik empowers you to rethink materials, formulations, and performance from the ground up. Evonik additives support durability, recyclability-related design targets and sustainability-related formulation requirements in selected applications.
Why Design for Circularity with Evonik?
Evonik additives support mono-material design concepts, adhesion, dispersion, foam control and processing requirements for selected circularity-related applications.
Evonik develops and sells these solutions - partnering with you to turn circular ambition into scalable reality.
Solutions by Application
Packaging & Inks: Enabling True Recyclability
Design packaging that fits seamlessly into recycling streams - without compromising appearance or functionality.
TEGO® Rad additives – support low-solvent and energy-efficiency-related radiation-curing ink and coating systems in selected applications.
TEGO® AddBond – Improves adhesion in recyclable mono-material packaging structures
TEGO® Wet / DYNOL™ / SURFYNOL® – Ensure optimal substrate wetting for uniform, high-quality coatings
TEGO® Foamex / TEGO® Airex – Control foam during production and recycling processes
ACEMATT® – Provides matting effects for sustainable packaging coatings without affecting recyclability
Benefit: High-performance packaging that is easier to recycle and aligned with circular economy goals
Coatings & Adhesives: Designed for Disassembly and Longevity
Enable surfaces and bonds that last longer - and come apart when needed.
TEGO® Glide – Enhances surface properties such as scratch resistance and durability
TEGO® AddBond – Supports strong yet adaptable adhesion systems
TEGO® Twin – Multifunctional additive improving compatibility in complex formulations
NANOCRYL® – High-performance binders for durable, waterborne coating systems
ADDID® – Additive solutions enhancing coating performance and lifecycle
Benefit: Longer-lasting products, reduced maintenance, and improved recyclability through smarter design
Plastics & Recycling: Unlocking Value from Waste
Transform plastic waste into high-quality materials for new applications.
TEGO® Dispers / ZETASPERSE® – Optimize pigment and filler dispersion in recycled polymers
TEGO® Viscoplus / TEGO® Variplus – Tailor rheology for consistent processing of recyclates
AEROSIL® / SIPERNAT® – Functional silica solutions that improve mechanical properties and process stability
Benefit: Higher quality recyclates, improved processing efficiency, and expanded reuse possibilities
Industrial Formulations: Efficiency Meets Sustainability
Design processes that use resources more intelligently, streamline production, and support more responsible manufacturing practices.
TEGO® Foamex / TEGO® Airex – Foam control for efficient production and recycling operations
TEGO® Wet / SURFYNOL® / DYNOL™ – Maximize substrate interaction and reduce defects
TEGO® Dispers / ZETASPERSE® – Enable stable, resource-efficient formulations
Benefit: Increased process efficiency and product performance while conserving resources, reducing waste generation, and supporting manufacturing processes with a lower overall environmental footprint.