Top 9 Recycling startups in China

Oct 16, 2025 | By Marjana Bačić

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Funding: $2.3M
ÖKOSIX is a local environment-tech startup. It is about to launch Hong Kong's first truly and fully biodegradable medical-grade face mask, researched and made in Hong Kong.
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Funding: $877.6M
Aihuishou is a bidding-based C2B platform for recycling and selling second-hand electronic items such as mobile phones.
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Funding: $89.3M
Huishoubao is a Shenzhen-based mobile phone recycling start-up.
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Funding: CN¥400M
Ruicycle is a high-tech company that focuses on the comprehensive recycling and utilization of lithium batteries.
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Funding: CN¥100M
Suzhou Botree Cycling Sci & Tech Co. is an energy company that provides solutions for the recycling of critical battery materials.
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a social business tackling with reducing the CO2 emissions in e-commerce industry in Taiwan through circular economy.
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LOOP SWIM - Closing the Loop On Waste, Fashionably.
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Achelous Pure Metal Co., Ltd. (APM) is an incubatee of Hong Kong Science Park’s Incu-Tech Incubation Program.
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The Leading Expert of Recycled Plastic Solutions. Shanghai Re-mall aims to provide environmentally friendly recycled plastic that is as stable as virgin plastic.
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Editor: Marjana Bačić
Marjana Bačić is a senior editor for RecyclingStartups. She has has more than 5 years experience covering the recycling industry. Marjana graduated from University of Belgrade, where she edited Recycling and Sustainable Development Journal. She has helped several non-profit organizations dedicated to promoting environmental education and sustainability. She also participates in beach clean-up initiatives and advocates for sustainable practices in local businesses. In her free time, Marjana enjoys hiking in the scenic Montenegrin countryside, practicing yoga for mindfulness, and experimenting with plant-based recipes in her kitchen. You can contact Marjana at marjanabacic(at)recyclingstartups(dot)com