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RECOU - The ecological alternative to Expanded Polystyrene (EPS)

Henning Tschunt

CEO & Strategy at PROSERVATION GmbH

Stuttgart, Germany

About

RECOU is an innovative, biodegradable packaging material made from agricultural byproducts, offering an environmentally responsible solution for cushioning and protecting fragile items. Designed as a sustainable replacement for plastic-based packaging, RECOU combines high durability with excellent shock absorption. Its plant-based composition ensures full compostability, reducing environmental impact without compromising on performance. The material is fully customizable in shape, making it ideal for tailored protective packaging across various industries.

Key Benefits of RECOU:

  • Exceptional Stability & Shock Absorption:
    RECOU provides reliable impact protection, ensuring products remain secure during transport.

  • Eco-Friendly & Plastic-Free:
    Made from grain husks - (=plant residuals from grain processing) sourced from local agricultural production - mixed with a natural binder.

  • 100% Compostable:
    Easily biodegradable in both industrial and home composting environments, leaving no harmful residues.

  • Highly Customizable:
    Molds into nearly any three-dimensional shape, allowing for tailor-made protective solutions.

Applications of RECOU:

RECOU is particularly well-suited for the protection of heavy and fragile goods across multiple industries, including:

  • Electronics: Safe packaging for delicate electronic devices.

  • Glassware: Reliable cushioning for glass products in transit.

  • Household Appliances: Impact-resistant protection for sensitive equipment.

  • Furniture: Secure packaging for fragile furniture components.

With its superior adaptability and robust performance, RECOU offers a sustainable, high-quality alternative for businesses seeking to reduce plastic waste while ensuring optimal product protection.

Looking for

  • Distribution Partner
  • Customers/application partners

Applies to

  • Automotive, Batteries, Transport & Logistics
  • Circular Economy
  • Creative Industries
  • Engineering & Technology
  • ICT/Electronics
  • Life Science, Healthcare & Cosmetics

Organisation

PROSERVATION GmbH

Start-up company

Stuttgart, Germany

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