Source gypsum plasterboard offcuts from construction and demolition. 30% EU recycling rate with closed-loop routes. Connect with Knauf, Saint-Gobain, and gypsum recyclers via SymbioFlows.
~4M t/yr
EU annual generation
€0–15/t (seller receives); cost €20–50/t landfill avoided
Typical market range
17 08 02
Primary EWC classification
| # | Route | Buyer Type | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Closed-loop plasterboard recycling | Knauf, Saint-Gobain, British Gypsum | €0–15/t credit or zero gate fee |
| Source-separated new-build offcuts only; no paint or adhesive contamination | |||
| 2 | Agricultural soil conditioner | Farmers, soil amendment suppliers | €0–8/t |
| Must meet CAR/WRAP quality protocol | |||
| 3 | Cement raw material (calcium sulfate) | Cement producers | €3–10/t |
| As partial substitute for natural anhydrite in cement grinding | |||
Primary code: 17 08 02
How gypsum fits into a wider valorisation strategy.
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