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APK
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apk.group
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Private
Founded yearint
2008
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APK is a German plastics recycling technology company that uses a proprietary solvent-based process to recover low density polyethylene (LDPE) from multi-layer plastic packaging for the circular-economy needs of the plastic packaging industry.

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Operating
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101–250
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HeadquartersMerseburg, Germany
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Merseburg
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Germany
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Europe
Markets served

Serves global market

Keyword5 values
plastic recycling technology, polymer recycling systems, LDPE solvent recycling, multi-layer packaging recycling, chemical recycling process
Industry1 code
1Chemical/Advanced Plastics Recycling (Depolymerization, Pyrolysis, Solvolysis)
CodeIMANAMADPrimaryYes
NAICS code1 code
  • Plastics Product Manufacturing3261
SIC code1 code
  • Miscellaneous Plastics Products3080
Product category
Plastic Recycling
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Technology or R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Personnel
GTM typeB2B
B2B
Offering typeHardware or Manufacturing
Hardware or Manufacturing
Core offering1 text field

APK operates a proprietary solvent-based recycling technology that physically-chemically processes low density polyethylene (LDPE) — particularly multi-layer plastic packaging — into high-quality recycled LDPE materials. The company manufactures and supplies recycled plastics to packaging industry buyers as a circular-economy solution for plastic waste streams that conventional mechanical recycling cannot effectively handle.

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Product and service2 records
1Solvent-based LDPE Recycling Technology
CategoryPlastic Recycling Technology
Description

A proprietary solvent-based recycling technology that physically-chemically processes low density polyethylene (LDPE), particularly multi-layer plastic packaging, into high-quality recycled LDPE. It is offered to plastic packaging manufacturers, brand owners, and circular-economy partners needing to recover LDPE from complex waste streams that conventional mechanical recycling cannot handle.

2Recycled LDPE Materials
CategoryRecycled Plastics Manufacturing
Description

High-quality recycled low density polyethylene (LDPE) recovered from multi-layer plastic packaging waste using APK's proprietary solvent-based process. Sold to plastic packaging producers and brand owners as circular-economy feedstock for new packaging applications.

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Yes
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APK

Plastic Recyclingapk.group

APK is a German plastics recycling technology company that uses a proprietary solvent-based process to recover low density polyethylene (LDPE) from multi-layer plastic packaging for the circular-economy needs of the plastic packaging industry.

APK firmographics

Firmographics
Name
APK
Website
https://apk.group
Company type
Private
Founded year
2008
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
101–250 employees
Short description
APK is a German plastics recycling technology company that uses a proprietary solvent-based process to recover low density polyethylene (LDPE) from multi-layer plastic packaging for the circular-economy needs of the plastic packaging industry.
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

APK industry classification

Industry
Product category
Plastic Recycling
NAICS
Plastics Product Manufacturing (3261)
SIC
Miscellaneous Plastics Products (3080)
akta.pro primary industry
Chemical/Advanced Plastics Recycling (Depolymerization, Pyrolysis, Solvolysis) (IMANAMAD)

Keywords

  • Plastic recycling technology
  • Polymer recycling systems
  • LDPE solvent recycling
  • Multi-layer packaging recycling
  • Chemical recycling process

Where APK is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Merseburg
HQ country
Germany
HQ region
Europe

Markets served

APK business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B
Offering type
Hardware or Manufacturing
Cost components
Technology or R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Personnel

APK product offering

Product offering

Core offering

APK operates a proprietary solvent-based recycling technology that physically-chemically processes low density polyethylene (LDPE) — particularly multi-layer plastic packaging — into high-quality recycled LDPE materials. The company manufactures and supplies recycled plastics to packaging industry buyers as a circular-economy solution for plastic waste streams that conventional mechanical recycling cannot effectively handle.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • Solvent-based LDPE Recycling Technology A proprietary solvent-based recycling technology that physically-chemically processes low density polyethylene (LDPE), particularly multi-layer plastic packaging, into high-quality recycled LDPE. It is offered to plastic packaging manufacturers, brand owners, and circular-economy partners needing to recover LDPE from complex waste streams that conventional mechanical recycling cannot handle.
  • Recycled LDPE Materials High-quality recycled low density polyethylene (LDPE) recovered from multi-layer plastic packaging waste using APK's proprietary solvent-based process. Sold to plastic packaging producers and brand owners as circular-economy feedstock for new packaging applications.

Companies that use APK

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Profiles2 records

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Funding rounds1 record

Investors2 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

APK M&A and investment

M&A and investment

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Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about APK

What does APK do?

APK operates a proprietary solvent-based recycling technology that physically-chemically processes low density polyethylene (LDPE) — particularly multi-layer plastic packaging — into high-quality recycled LDPE materials. The company manufactures and supplies recycled plastics to packaging industry buyers as a circular-economy solution for plastic waste streams that conventional mechanical recycling cannot effectively handle.

Is APK a public or private company?

APK is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.

When was APK founded?

APK was founded in 2008. It employs 101 to 250 people.

Where is APK based?

APK is headquartered in Merseburg, Germany, in the Europe region.

Does APK have an API?

No public API is recorded for APK.

What industry is APK in?

APK's product category is Plastic Recycling. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMANAMAD, Chemical/Advanced Plastics Recycling (Depolymerization, Pyrolysis, Solvolysis). Its NAICS code is 3261 and its SIC code is 3080.

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Market Research & Business IntelligenceSolvent Systems for Closed-Loop Plastics Recycling MarketThe global solvent systems for closed-loop plastics recycling market is projected to grow from USD 715.4 million in 2026 to USD 1,530.2 million by 2036, expanding at a CAGR of 7.9%. Dissolution-precipitation processes dominate with a 55% market share, while food-contact bottle-grade re-polymer leads the end-use segment. Key players including APK, Polystyvert, Eastman, and Polymateria are driving innovation in solvent-based recycling technologies to support circular economy goals.GlobeNewswireLYB completes acquisition of solvent-based recycling company APKLyondellBasell completed its acquisition of solvent-based recycling company APK AG in Merseburg, Germany, becoming full owner. The company will integrate APK and continue as part of LYB, aiming to build commercial plants for recycling low-density polyethylene. The technology will produce high-purity materials for flexible packaging under the Circulen portfolio.PR NewswireLyondellBasell en KIRKBI investeren in APK om recyclingtechnologie te ontwikkelenLyondellBasell and KIRKBI have signed an agreement to invest approximately €130 million in APK, a company specializing in solvent-based recycling technology for low-density polyethylene (LDPE). This investment will make the two entities minority shareholders as APK plans to expand its Newcycling® production capacity to process complex, multi-layered flexible packaging materials. The move aims to support the circular economy by producing high-purity recycled materials suitable for new packaging applications.PR NewswireLyondellBasell et KIRKBI investissent dans APK pour développer une technologie de recyclageLyondellBasell and KIRKBI A/S have signed an agreement to become minority shareholders in APK, investing approximately 130 million euros alongside other co-investors to support the company's solvent-based Newcycling® recycling technology for low-density polyethylene. APK, which operates a plant in Merseburg, Germany, has developed a process that separates different polymers from multilayer packaging materials to produce high-purity recycled materials. The investment aims to build additional Newcycling® plants to increase production capacity and advance circular economy goals in plastic recycling.PR NewswireEntwicklung von Recyclingtechnologie: LyondellBasell und KIRKBI investieren in APKLyondellBasell and KIRKBI signed an agreement to invest in APK, a company developing solvent-based recycling for low-density polyethylene. The joint investment, with other co-investors, totals about 130 million euros, and additional Newcycling plants are planned to expand capacity.PR Newswire APACLyondellBasell and KIRKBI invest in APK to develop recycling technologyLyondellBasell and KIRKBI have signed an agreement to invest approximately 130 million Euros in APK, becoming minority shareholders in the company. This investment supports the expansion of APK's Newcycling® solvent-based recycling technology for low density polyethylene (LDPE) from multi-layer flexible packaging. The companies plan to build further plants to increase production capacity and address the demand for high-quality recycled materials.PR NewswireLyondellBasell y KIRKBI invierten en APK para desarrollar tecnología de recicladoLyondellBasell and KIRKBI A/S have signed an agreement to invest approximately 130 million euros in APK AG, a company specializing in a unique solvent-based recycling technology called Newcycling® for low-density polyethylene (LDPE). Through this investment, both companies will become minority shareholders in APK and will provide strategic, financial, and commercial support to scale the technology. APK plans to build additional Newcycling® plants to increase production capacity for recycling complex multilayer flexible packaging waste, with the technology already operating at industrial scale in Merseburg, Germany.PR NewswireLyondellBasell e KIRKBI investono in APK per sviluppare una tecnologia di riciclaggioLyondellBasell and KIRKBI A/S have signed an agreement to become minority shareholders in APK, investing approximately 130 million euros alongside other co-investors to scale up APK's solvent-based Newcycling® technology for recycling flexible multilayer plastic packaging. APK, which operates a demonstration plant in Merseburg, Germany, has developed a process that separates different polymers from mixed plastic waste to produce high-purity recycled LDPE materials. The investment will fund the construction of additional Newcycling® facilities to increase production capacity and support the transition toward a circular plastics economy.PR NewswireLyondellBasell y KIRKBI invierten en APK para desarrollar tecnología de reciclajeLyondellBasell and KIRKBI A/S announced they have signed an agreement to invest in APK, a company specializing in a unique solvent-based recycling technology for low-density polyethylene (LDPE). Under the deal, LyondellBasell and KIRKBI will become minority shareholders of APK, with the group of investors committing approximately 130 million euros to APK. The investment aims to scale APK's Newcycling® process, which separates polymers from multilayer flexible packaging waste, with additional plants planned to expand production capacity.PR NewswireLyondellBasell e KIRKBI investem na empresa APK para desenvolver tecnologia de reciclagemLyondellBasell and KIRKBI have signed an agreement to invest approximately 130 million euros in APK, a company specializing in solvent-based recycling technology for low-density polyethylene (LDPE). This investment will make the two entities minority shareholders in APK, supporting the expansion of its Newcycling® process which separates polymers from multi-layer flexible packaging. The move aims to increase the recycling rates of complex plastic waste and meet growing demand for high-quality recycled materials.