New Sustainably Advantaged ABS, SAN Resins Work As Drop-In Solution, Help Reduce Carbon Footprint Across Automotive, Industrial And Consumer Goods Applications
Trinseo (NYSE: TSE) has launched new sustainably advantaged acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) and styrene-acrylonitrile (SAN) resins under the MAGNUM™ ECO+, MAGNUM™ CR, and TYRIL™ CR trade names. These resins contain up to 60% chemically recycled styrene, potentially reducing carbon footprints by up to 18% compared to standard industrial grades. The MAGNUM™ ECO+ ABS is designed for the mobility industry, while MAGNUM™ CR and TYRIL™ CR target industrial and consumer goods applications. The new resins are drop-in solutions, compatible with existing processing equipment and conditions.
They will be introduced at the 2024 Plastics in Automotive Engineering Conference in Mannheim, Germany. The recycled styrene is derived from household waste and processed through the ISCC+ Mass Balance method, ensuring identical chemical composition to virgin styrene. This initiative aligns with EU directives on using post-consumer recycled plastics in mobility sectors.
- Resins contain up to 60% chemically recycled styrene, reducing reliance on fossil-based materials.
- Potential reduction in carbon footprint by up to 18% compared to average ABS and SAN industrial grades.
- MAGNUM™ ECO+ ABS resins are compatible with existing tooling and equipment, ensuring easy integration.
- Launch supports compliance with EU directives on the use of post-consumer recycled plastics in mobility.
- Resins maintain the same performance and qualities as all-fossil counterparts, ensuring reliability.
- The reduction in carbon footprint is based on preliminary estimates and may vary.
- Market acceptance and practical performance of recycled resins in diverse applications remain to be fully validated.
- Potential supply chain challenges in consistently sourcing post-consumer recycled styrene.
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The introduction of Trinseo's new recycled ABS and SAN resins marks a significant advancement in sustainable materials for automotive, industrial and consumer goods applications. These resins contain up to
This innovation addresses the growing industry trend towards sustainability and circular economy principles. By using post-consumer recycled styrene, Trinseo reduces reliance on fossil-based raw materials and diverts waste from landfills. This aligns well with European Union regulations encouraging the use of recycled materials in mobility and other sectors.
Given the increasing environmental regulations and consumer demand for sustainable products, these developments could enhance Trinseo's market position and appeal to environmentally-conscious investors. However, potential challenges include ensuring consistent supply and quality of recycled styrene and competing with other companies in the recycled materials space.
For investors, the launch of these new resin products is noteworthy because it aligns with the broader market shift toward sustainability, potentially opening new revenue streams for Trinseo. The company is tapping into a growing segment within the plastics market that demands eco-friendly solutions. This could translate into stronger sales and market penetration, especially if the products are well-received at the 2024 Plastics in Automotive Engineering Conference.
The ability to use these resins with existing tooling and equipment without requiring changes in processing conditions is a significant advantage. It lowers the barriers for adoption among manufacturers and OEMs, which could accelerate market uptake.
However, investors should also consider the risk factors, including the cost implications of sourcing and processing recycled materials and potential regulatory changes that could impact the market.
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Resins contain up to
60% chemically recycled styrene allocated under mass balance principle -
Potential drop in carbon footprint up to
18% compared to the average ABS and SAN industrial grades* - Structurally and functionally the same as fossil-based counterparts, materials can be used with existing tooling and equipment under the same processing conditions
PFÄFFIKON,
MAGNUM™ ECO+ ABS resins are dedicated to the mobility industry and will be introduced to the market during the 2024 Plastics in Automotive Engineering Conference in Mannheim,
“Our portfolio already includes a recycled containing resin - the PULSE™ GX ECO PC/ABS and a bio-attributed solution - MAGNUMTM BIO ABS, but we are constantly working to broaden our sustainably advantaged offering. The MAGNUM™ ECO+ ABS resin is the next step in our journey, and it is an especially important step because the styrene monomer comes from recycled household waste, meaning today’s trash is becoming tomorrow’s high-performing plastic; being a PCR-containing resin, we are not only helping OEMs lower their vehicles’ overall carbon footprint, but we are also helping them be compliant with the EU directives on the use of PCR plastic in mobility” said Ivan Angelov, Global Business Director Copolymers, Trinseo.
The sustainably advantaged resins contain up to
The materials are structurally and functionally the same as the virgin counterpart and can be used with existing tooling and equipment under the same processing conditions. This makes the new Trinseo materials a drop-in solution, all while offering a potential drop of up to
“Trinseo’s solutions for industrial & consumer goods applications already includes ABS and SAN with up to
About Trinseo
Trinseo (NYSE: TSE), a specialty material solutions provider, partners with companies to bring ideas to life in an imaginative, smart and sustainably focused manner by combining its premier expertise, forward-looking innovations and best-in-class materials to unlock value for companies and consumers.
From design to manufacturing, Trinseo taps into decades of experience in diverse material solutions to address customers’ unique challenges in a wide range of industries, including building and construction, consumer goods, medical and mobility.
Trinseo’s approximately 3,100 employees bring endless creativity to reimagining the possibilities with clients all over the world from the company’s locations in
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