FKuR

What FKuR does

FKuR Kunststoff GmbH is a privately held, family-owned specialty compounder of bioplastics and recyclates headquartered in Willich, Germany. Founded in 2003 as a commercial entity built on Dr. Edmund Dolfen's 1992 Research Institute Plastics and Recycling, the company develops, produces, and globally distributes bio-based, biodegradable, compostable, and recycled plastic compounds under a portfolio of branded product lines including Bio-Flex®, Biograde®, Terralene®, Terraprene®, Fibrolon®, Ceroflex®, Eastlon, and the Braskem-licensed I'm green™ bio-based PE and EVA. Its recyclate range covers Macolen® and Terralene® rPP bio-recyclate hybrids. Manufacturing is concentrated at the Willich site using proprietary, gentle compounding technology, supported by an in-house laboratory and pilot-scale technicum that enable rapid formulation, upscaling, and quality control (ISO 9001:2015, ISCC PLUS, REACH compliant).

The company sells primarily to B2B processors and brand owners across packaging (its largest segment), toys and children's products, agriculture, cosmetics, consumer goods, and industrial/technical applications, including helmet shells, junction boxes, traffic signs, and electronics (via the new HighTechPLA grade). Its go-to-market is a high-touch, enterprise field-sales model — branded "360-degree customer care" — combining on-site application technology support, co-development, and marketing assistance, delivered through wholly-owned sales entities in Germany, the USA (FKuR Plastics Corp., Fort Lee, NJ), and India (SKYi FKuR Biopolymers Pvt Ltd., Pune). Distribution is also augmented by a Core Braskem partnership (Jan 2024) for the I'm green™ product family. Pricing is consultative and quote-based, with no public disclosure.

Commercial and brand momentum is supported by consecutive German Sustainability Award finalist nominations (2024, 2025), an EcoVadis Silver Medal in 2025 (upgraded from Bronze in 2024), and EU-funded research consortium participation (B-FERST, Bio2Bottle) with Fraunhofer UMSICHT, all of which reinforce positioning as a pre-qualified supplier for the EU PPWR and circular-economy compliance wave.

Name

FKuR

Legal name

FKuR Kunststoff GmbH

Website

https://fkur.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

FKuR is a family-owned German specialty compounder that develops, produces, and globally distributes bio-based, biodegradable, compostable, and recycled plastic compounds (Bio-Flex®, Terralene®, Terraprene®, Macolen®, and Braskem's I'm green™) to B2B processors and brand owners in packaging, toys, agriculture, cosmetics, and technical/electronics applications.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Bioplastics compounding

NAICS

Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing (325211), Resin, Synthetic Rubber, and Artificial and Synthetic Fibers and Filaments Manufacturing (3252), Resin and Synthetic Rubber Manufacturing (32521)

SIC

Plastic Materials, Synth Resins & Nonvulcan Elastomers (2821)

akta.pro primary industry

Bio-Based & Biodegradable Compounds (PLA/PHA/Starch Blends) (IMANABAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Bioplastics Compounding & Masterbatch (bio-based additives, colorants, fillers) (IMANANAB), Sustainable Rubber & Bio-elastomers (bio-based TPEs, natural rubber innovations) (IMANANAG)

Keywords

• Bioplastics manufacturing
• Compostable compounds
• Bio-based polymers
• Recycled plastic materials
• Circular economy materials

Headquarters

HQ city

Willich

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Bioplastics Compounds Sales: FKuR generates revenue primarily through the development, production, and global distribution of bioplastics compounds and recyclate products. Their product portfolio includes bio-based, biodegradable, and compostable plastics as well as certified recycled materials sold to processors and brand owners across packaging, consumer goods, agriculture, and industrial sectors.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

FKuR develops, produces, and globally distributes bioplastic compounds and recyclate granulates — including bio-based, biodegradable, compostable, and certified recycled plastics — sold under brands such as Bio-Flex, Biograde, Terralene, Terraprene, Fibrolon, Ceroflex, Eastlon, Macolen, and Terralene rPP. These materials are supplied to processors and brand owners in packaging, consumer goods, agriculture, and industrial sectors, supported by an in-house laboratory and pilot-scale technicum for custom material development.

Product overview

FKuR offers a comprehensive portfolio of bioplastics and recyclates for the circular economy. The product lineup consists of two main categories: Biokunststoffe (bioplastics) including Bio-Flex®, Biograde®, Ceroflex®, Eastlon, Fibrolon®, I'm green™ bio-based EVA, I'm green™ bio-based Polyethylene, Terralene®, and Terraprene®; and Rezyklate (recyclates) including Macolen®, Recyclate, and Terralene® rPP. These products cover the entire spectrum of plastics processing including injection molding, extrusion, thermoforming, and blow molding for applications in packaging, agriculture, toys, cosmetics, and technical parts. FKuR develops and produces customized bioplastic compounds at their Willich, Germany facility, offering both bio-based and biodegradable solutions alongside certified recycled materials.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Bio-Flex®: Bioplastic compound product line for various applications
• Biograde®
• Terralene®
• Terraprene®
• Fibrolon®
• Ceroflex®
• Eastlon
• I'm green™ bio-based EVA
• I'm green™ bio-based Polyethylene
• Macolen®
• Recyclate
• Terralene® rPP

Products and services

• Bio-Flex Biodegradable and bio-based plastic compound suitable for extrusion, injection molding, and film applications; used by processors and brand owners in packaging, consumer goods, and technical parts.
• Biograde Bio-based and biodegradable plastic compound designed for packaging and technical applications with good processability on conventional production lines.
• Ceroflex Cellulose-based bioplastic compound for flexible packaging applications, offering biodegradable properties while maintaining processing compatibility with conventional equipment.
• Eastlon Bio-based engineering plastic compound for technical applications requiring specific mechanical and thermal properties, including consumer goods and household items.
• Fibrolon Bio-based plastic compound containing natural fibers, offering enhanced mechanical properties and sustainability for various applications.
• I'm green bio-based EVA Bio-based ethylene-vinyl acetate polymer distributed by FKuR, derived from sugarcane-based ethanol with a reduced carbon footprint, supplied for flexible polymer applications.
• I'm green bio-based Polyethylene Bio-based high-density polyethylene derived from sugarcane, offering identical properties to conventional PE while reducing environmental impact.
• Terralene Family of bio-based polyethylene compounds derived from renewable raw materials, suitable for injection molding, extrusion, and thermoforming applications including storage boxes, cans, and containers.
• Terraprene Bio-based thermoplastic elastomer compound offering flexibility and sustainability for applications including toys and consumer goods.
• Macolen Certified post-consumer and pre-consumer recyclate compounds for sustainable plastic production, enabling circular economy solutions.
• Recyclate Certified recycled plastic materials including post-consumer and post-industrial sources for sustainable manufacturing, supporting circular economy targets.
• Terralene rPP Innovative compound made from post-consumer or post-industrial PP recyclate enriched with approximately 33% bio-based bioplastic, combining recycled plastic benefits with renewable raw materials.
• HighTechPLA Biobased technical plastic compound developed for the electrical and electronics industry, offering specialized properties for technical applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Top 15% of companies globally in EcoVadis assessment for plastics and plastic products manufacturing industry
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• BraskemcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 15 January 2024FKuR and Braskem signed a distribution agreement in January 2024 for the I'm green™ bio-based EVA product line. This partnership enables FKuR to expand its sustainable bioplastics portfolio with Braskem's bio-based ethylene-vinyl acetate materials, serving customers in applications requiring flexible, bio-based polymer solutions.
• Fraunhofer Institut UMSICHTcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFKuR maintains a close scientific collaboration with Fraunhofer Institut UMSICHT (Institute for Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology). This partnership supports FKuR's bioplastics and compounding know-how development. The collaboration also involves joint visits, such as Dr. Martin Plum's visit to FKuR in August 2023, and FKuR's participation in the North Rhine-Westphalia plastics industry association (kunststoffland NRW).
• B-FERST Consortium (10 partners)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFKuR Kunststoff GmbH participates in the B-FERST research project alongside nine other partners. The five-year EU-funded project (May 2019 – April 2024) aims to create new value chains by integrating biowaste valorization into crop management. FKuR's role is developing a biodegradable coating for fertilizers following EU Regulation 2019/1009, contributing to sustainable agricultural management and circular economy principles.
• Bio2Bottle Consortium (5 partners)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFKuR collaborates with four other partners in the Bio2Bottle project (October 2020 – September 2023), funded by the German Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL) and managed by FNR (Fachagentur Nachwachsende Rohstoffe). The project develops bio-based, recyclable materials for bottle production suitable for innovative cleaning agents and biological agricultural soil additives, while being biodegradable and recyclable.
• DQS (Deutsche Gesellschaft zur Zertifizierung von Managementsystemen)minorOthersDQS certifies FKuR's quality management system in compliance with DIN EN ISO 9001:2015, covering quality, environment, and energy management requirements. This certification supports FKuR's stated commitment to quality and environmental protection.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Novamont: Italian bioplastics specialist (Mater-Bi®) focused on compostable bioplastics for packaging, agriculture (mulch films), and single-use applications. Closely comparable product-market overlap with FKuR's biodegradable Bio-Flex® grades and agriculture segment.
• NatureWorks: World's largest PLA producer (Ingeo™) supplying bioplastic resins for packaging, consumer goods, and technical applications. Most directly comparable to FKuR's Bio-Flex® and Biograde® PLA-compound offerings, though at significantly larger polymerization scale.
• Braskem: Brazilian petrochemical major producing I'm green™ bio-based polyethylene from sugarcane ethanol. FKuR is both a Braskem distribution partner (for I'm green™ EVA) and a peer competing for bio-based compounding business across packaging and consumer goods.
• Bio-Fed (Menges): German specialty compounder of biodegradable and bio-based plastics (Terralene®, Ecovio®, etc.) serving packaging, agriculture, and consumer goods — a closely sized and positioned specialty compounder in the same European market.
• Rodenburg Biopolymers: Dutch producer of Solanyl® bio-based bioplastics from potato starch for packaging and consumer goods. Comparable size and specialty compounder positioning, focused on renewable feedstocks with overlap into FKuR's bio-recyclate hybrid themes.
• TotalEnergies Corbion: Joint venture between TotalEnergies and Corbion producing Luminy® PLA bioplastics for packaging, durable goods, and fibers. Directly overlaps with FKuR's PLA-based compound portfolio and competes for similar converters and brand-owner accounts.

Broad incumbents

• Cargill: Global agribusiness major producing bio-based industrial inputs including PLA feedstock (via NatureWorks joint venture history) and corn-derived bio-polyols. Adjacent participant that influences raw material pricing and supply availability for FKuR's PLA-based compounds.
• BASF: Global chemical major offering ecovio® compostable bioplastic compounds among a vast polymer portfolio. Competes with FKuR in biodegradable packaging compounds but as part of a much broader plastics and chemicals business.
• Kingfa: Major Chinese plastics compounder with growing biodegradable/bioplastic compound lines (ECOPOND®) targeting packaging and single-use applications. Competes with FKuR globally on bio-based and compostable compound pricing.

Emerging players

• Danimer Scientific: US-based producer of Nodax® PHA biopolymers for compostable packaging and coatings. Competes with FKuR in the biodegradable plastics space with a different polymer chemistry (PHA vs. PLA blends), targeting similar converters and CPG accounts.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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