Technical Polymer Analysis

Recycled feedstock only works in manufacturing when the quality is proven, not assumed. Vanden provides polymer analysis that verifies what a material is, how it will perform, and whether it meets your exact specification - before it enters your production line.

We combine trained polymer specialists, on-the-ground grading frameworks, and lab-backed testing across our three material labs to remove uncertainty from every shipment. Our teams assess recyclability, contamination, colour, and end-use suitability at source, then validate polymers through structured lab analysis. This gives you consistent feedstock, qualified for performance, with full traceability and compliant documentation.

Polymer Identification

We confirm polymer type using lab-grade identification methods, so your feedstock matches your process and end use.

Melt Flow & Performance Data

We measure melt flow and key indicators that affect how material runs on your line - reducing variation and production risk.

Contamination & Recyclability Checks

Material is graded on the ground, then verified in the lab for contamination levels and recyclability, protecting output quality.

Colour & Grade Standardisation

We assess colour requirements and standardise grades against defined benchmarks to support stable, repeatable manufacturing.

Technical Reporting & Traceability

We produce batch-level technical reports internally to evidence material quality, support qualification, and maintain full traceability where required.

Evidence-First Material Qualification

Polymer analysis at Vanden is built on specialist training and hard evidence. Our teams are regularly trained to the highest standard, and every decision is supported by lab data - not guesswork.

Graded at source

On-the-ground grading

We assess materials at source using proprietary systems, for recyclability, contamination, colour and end-use suitability.

Verified in our labs

Lab verification across three facilities

Every batch is tested against your specification - polymer type, melt flow, density behaviour, contamination limits and more.

Qualified to your spec

Standardised qualification

We homologate and qualify materials so they perform consistently in production, shipment after shipment.

Production Certainty Starts Here

For manufacturers, polymer analysis isn’t a “nice to have.” It prevents the issues that stop lines, damage reputation, and waste time. 

  • Maintains product performance by confirming properties match your process needs. 
  • Reduces risk by identifying variation early, before it reaches your plant. 
  • Avoids waste by filtering out unsuitable or contaminated material. 
  • Protects value by verifying quality so you pay for what you specify. 

Full Transparency & Traceability

We believe in transparency and traceability – from detailed polymer analysis, and trial runs matched to your production process, right through to material source to cost-plus pricing models and index-linked contracts.

Dedicated labs 3
Years in the recycled plastic industry 20+
Countries Served 40+
Qualify your feedstock with certainty

Let Vanden test, verify, and report on your recycled materials before they enter production

Data-backed quality assurance through one trusted global partner