Circular Economy
Recycled PVC Smart Cards
High-performance smart cards manufactured from 50-80% post-consumer recycled PVC, delivering enterprise-grade security and durability while diverting plastic waste from landfills and oceans.
About Recycled Cards
Our recycled PVC smart cards prove that sustainability and performance are not mutually exclusive. Each card contains 50-80% post-consumer recycled PVC sourced from verified recycling streams, reducing virgin plastic consumption by up to 80% compared to conventional cards.
These cards support the most advanced RFID and smart card technologies including MIFARE DESFire EV2/EV3, HID iCLASS SE, LEGIC advant, and SEOS — making them suitable for corporate access control, public transit, university campuses, loyalty programs, and government ID applications where security is paramount.
Sustainable Materials
Recycled PVC (50%)
Entry-level eco option, fully compatible
Recycled PVC (80%)
Maximum recycled content, same performance
Recycled PETG
Chlorine-free, crystal-clear transparency option
BioPoly Vinyl
100% biodegradable in 3 years in landfill
Technical Details
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | ISO CR-80 (85.6 x 54 x 0.76-0.84mm) |
| RFID Technology | MIFARE DESFire EV2/EV3, HID iCLASS SE, LEGIC advant, SEOS |
| Frequency | 13.56 MHz (HF) / 125 kHz (LF) dual-frequency available |
| Read Range | 2-10 cm (reader dependent) |
| Recycled Content | 50%, 65%, or 80% post-consumer recycled PVC |
| Durability | ISO 7810 compliant, 3+ year service life |
| Print Quality | Offset, digital, retransfer — identical to virgin PVC |
| Security | AES-128 encryption, mutual authentication |
| Certifications | ISO 14001, ISO 9001, RoHS, REACH, EU WEEE |
| Min. Order Qty | 1,000 units |
Key Features
- Identical look, feel, and print quality to virgin PVC — guests cannot tell the difference
- Enterprise-grade AES-128 encryption for corporate and government applications
- Dual-frequency options for backward compatibility with legacy 125 kHz systems
- Verified recycled content with full chain-of-custody documentation
- Compatible with all major card printers for on-site personalization
- Carbon footprint reduced by 40-60% compared to virgin PVC production
Industry Use Cases
Corporate Access
Enterprise ID badges and access cards for office buildings with advanced encryption and multi-factor authentication.
Transit Systems
Durable contactless fare cards for public transit networks requiring millions of tap cycles over multi-year lifecycles.
University Campuses
Student ID, library, dining, and building access on a single recycled card that demonstrates institutional sustainability.
Loyalty Programs
Branded membership and loyalty cards for retail, hospitality, and entertainment venues committed to ESG goals.
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