Key Findings
Huvis has achieved the world’s first commercialization of EcoEver LM, a low-melt adhesive fiber (LMF) for automotive interior materials produced via chemical recycling of waste plastics. This achievement was recognized at the 2026 International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) Awards held on October 14–15 in Fortaleza, Brazil, where the company won in the Innovation and Sustainability category.
Technical Details
EcoEver LM utilizes chemically recycled raw materials to overcome the limitations of traditional physical recycling, which typically suffers from quality degradation during repeated cycles. This chemical approach allows for the use of low-cost waste plastics containing impurities as raw materials, facilitating expanded resource circulation.
The technical advantages of EcoEver LM include:
- Carbon Reduction: Carbon emissions are reduced by approximately 56% compared to LMF produced from conventional petrochemical raw materials.
- Application Range: The fiber is suitable for various automotive interior components, including dashboards, headliners, seats, and door trims.
Background and Context
The development comes as the global automotive industry faces tightening environmental regulations, such as the European Union’s (EU) End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) regulations. These mandates are driving an urgent need for increased use of recycled materials and the reduction of carbon footprints in vehicle manufacturing. Huvis, which holds the top global market share in the LMF market, integrated chemical recycling technology into existing fiber manufacturing processes to create this high-value-added product.
Significance and Outlook
By commercializing EcoEver LM, Huvis intends to preemptively respond to regulatory shifts and strengthen its competitiveness in the global eco-friendly automotive materials market. Company leadership indicated that interest in chemical recycling is extending beyond the automotive sector into industrial and interior materials. The company plans to further expand its portfolio of differentiated, eco-friendly products to contribute to carbon emission reduction and resource circulation.
Source: https://www.sedaily.com/article/20104519
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