About PlasticBack

PlasticBack utilizes a low-temperature chemical process to convert complex waste plastics, including PVC and multilayer materials, into valuable hydrocarbons and crude oil. This technology addresses the challenge of recycling non-homogeneous plastic waste that is typically sent to landfills or incinerated, achieving carbon efficiencies of up to 95%.

```xml <problem> The majority of plastic waste streams are non-homogeneous, containing various polymers, additives, and contaminants, which complicates recycling efforts. Traditional recycling technologies struggle to process these complex waste streams, leading to landfilling and incineration. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) presents a particular challenge due to chlorine content, which inhibits high-temperature chemical processes due to emissions and equipment corrosion. </problem> <solution> PlasticBack utilizes a low-temperature chemical process to convert complex, unsorted plastic waste, including PVC and multilayer materials, into valuable hydrocarbons and crude oil. The process separates contaminants and addresses waste streams that are typically considered unrecyclable by conventional methods. By depolymerizing the plastic polymers via a radical anion attack, the technology breaks down the plastic into short liquid fractions that can be upcycled to produce new plastics and other products. The process occurs at 100°C, improving energy efficiency compared to high-temperature alternatives, and achieves carbon efficiencies up to 95% depending on the input material. </solution> <features> - Low-temperature chemical process operating at 100°C for enhanced energy efficiency - Capable of processing difficult waste streams, including PVC, mixed plastics, multilayer packaging, and contaminated materials - Dechlorination process that separates chlorine from PVC, enabling the depolymerization of the carbon backbone - Production of short, liquid hydrocarbons (C5-C15) that can be used as building blocks for new plastics - Carbon-negative process that reduces greenhouse gas emissions compared to incineration - High carbon yield, reaching up to 85% for multilayer plastics and 95% for PVC - Chemicals used in the process are recycled back into the process </features> <target_audience> The primary target audience includes waste management companies, petrochemical companies, and manufacturers seeking sustainable sourcing of plastic-derived oils. </target_audience> ```

What does PlasticBack do?

Where is PlasticBack located?

PlasticBack is based in Tel Aviv, Israel.

When was PlasticBack founded?

PlasticBack was founded in 2019.

How much funding has PlasticBack raised?

PlasticBack has raised 670000.

Location

Tel Aviv, Israel

Founded

2019

Funding

670000

Employees

9 employees

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Executive Summary

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Founded 2019 – Tel Aviv, Israel

Funding

Estimated Funding

$500K+

Team (5+)

No team information available.

Company Description

Problem

The majority of plastic waste streams are non-homogeneous, containing various polymers, additives, and contaminants, which complicates recycling efforts. Traditional recycling technologies struggle to process these complex waste streams, leading to landfilling and incineration. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) presents a particular challenge due to chlorine content, which inhibits high-temperature chemical processes due to emissions and equipment corrosion.

Solution

PlasticBack utilizes a low-temperature chemical process to convert complex, unsorted plastic waste, including PVC and multilayer materials, into valuable hydrocarbons and crude oil. The process separates contaminants and addresses waste streams that are typically considered unrecyclable by conventional methods. By depolymerizing the plastic polymers via a radical anion attack, the technology breaks down the plastic into short liquid fractions that can be upcycled to produce new plastics and other products. The process occurs at 100°C, improving energy efficiency compared to high-temperature alternatives, and achieves carbon efficiencies up to 95% depending on the input material.

Features

Low-temperature chemical process operating at 100°C for enhanced energy efficiency

Capable of processing difficult waste streams, including PVC, mixed plastics, multilayer packaging, and contaminated materials

Dechlorination process that separates chlorine from PVC, enabling the depolymerization of the carbon backbone

Production of short, liquid hydrocarbons (C5-C15) that can be used as building blocks for new plastics

Carbon-negative process that reduces greenhouse gas emissions compared to incineration

High carbon yield, reaching up to 85% for multilayer plastics and 95% for PVC

Chemicals used in the process are recycled back into the process

Target Audience

The primary target audience includes waste management companies, petrochemical companies, and manufacturers seeking sustainable sourcing of plastic-derived oils.