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EVOWASH™ Mechanical Recycling Auxiliaries

Re-defining what high-quality washing means for plastics recycling

To enable the transition to a circular economy, the waste value chain requires increased quality and greater consistency of recycled products. EVOWASH™ mechanical recycling auxiliaries are a proven range of industry-leading detergents and antifoam agents designed to deliver exceptional PCR resins. That means raising the bar for recycled products to meet the highest quality standards. 

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Introducing EVOWASH™ Mechanical Recycling Auxiliaries 

By redefining what washing technology means for mechanical recycling, we can improve the quality of recycled plastics and advance overall recycling rates – our role in driving a more circular economy of plastics.  

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Raising the bar for recycled plastics in four dimensions

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Improved adhesive removal

Up to 2.5x improvement in adhesive removal compared with traditional detergents. 

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Improved brightness and appearance

Boost flake brightness and neutral colors while reducing yellowish appearance. 

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Antifoam demonstration

Improved foam dosage

Up to 3x reduction in product dosage compared to traditional antifoams, enabling cost savings.

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Improved removal of contaminants

Improved odor control with better removal of odor and organic contaminants.

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Maximize water circularity

EVOWASH™ Detergents and Antifoams are designed to deliver recycled plastic with the highest quality while maximizing the reuse of process water. Our products have performed successfully in recycling systems, with discharge cycles above seven days, without impacting compliance with local regulations for process effluents. Through collaborative innovation, EVOWASH™ Detergents and Antifoams are helping to address plastics recycling challenges with fully formulated solutions that help optimize foam dosage, water circularity and costs.  

EVOWASH™ AF-930

Reduce the dosage of antifoam and drive cost savings by up to 3x compared with conventional products.

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EVOWASH™ DT-690

Optimize performance with this industrial grade detergent for improved brightness and adhesive removal in recycled PET.

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EVOWASH™ wins SEAL Sustainable Innovation Award

EVOWASH™ Antifoam Agents and Readily Biodegradable Detergents were among three winning solutions from Dow in the 2023 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards. EVOWASH™ was named a winner in the Sustainable Innovation Award category by the environmental advocacy organization that honors leadership, funds research and pursues environmental impact campaigns.  

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