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RECOU – Compostable Packaging Made from Grain Hulls

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Stacked RECOU packaging parts made from pressed cereal husks, a plant-based and dimensionally stable material for sustainable cushioning and protective packaging.

RECOU – Sustainable Packaging Protection for the Automotive Industry and Beyond

Imagine your delicate components being shipped safely packaged—and the packaging leaving no plastic behind, but instead turning into valuable compost.


Once RECOU—sustainable protection for life

With RECOU, FEURER presents a groundbreaking, plastic-free protective packaging made from regional grain husks—dimension-stable, shock-absorbing, and fully compostable.
As a single-use solution that requires no return logistics, RECOU not only reduces CO₂ emissions but also cuts disposal costs—a win for automotive logistics processes as well as for any environmentally conscious industry.


Your Benefits at a Glance

  • 100% plant-based & compostable —completely plastic-free

  • Dimensionally stable & shock-absorbing – meets the highest safety standards

  • No logistical effort —no return shipping required

  • Low-carbon & lightweight – reduces energy consumption and costs

  • Versatile Applications – Inlays for CKD parts, corner protection, fiber sleeves, and much more.

  • A Sustainable Brand Experience – A Green Statement You Can See and Feel


Industry Focus: Automotive and Beyond

In the automotive sector, RECOU stands out in particular for its precisely fitted CKD inlays for components such as headlights, door panels, and electronic modules.
But RECOU also offers clear advantages outside the automotive industry—for example, in the glassware, electronics, cosmetics, and food industries. The material provides reliable protection, has a high-quality appearance, and sends a strong message of sustainability.


Why FEURER relies on RECOU—and how you benefit from it

For decades, FEURER has been synonymous with innovative packaging solutions—from EPP molded parts to co-packing and specialized services. With RECOU, FEURER is expanding its portfolio with a solution that not only protects but also communicates: a visible commitment to the circular economy and resource-efficient processes.


Learn more about RECOU and discover sustainable packaging solutions at feurer.com.

Developing PPWR-compliant reusable packaging

FEURER supports OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers in developing sustainable reusable packaging that meets the requirements of the PPWR.

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