Recycling of the #5 polymer

Document Type

Syllabus

Publication Date

8-10-2012

Abstract

Polypropylene (PP) is a widely used plastic with consumer applications ranging from food packaging to automotive parts, including car battery casings. To differentiate it from other recyclable plastics, it is designated as #5. Here, the factors contributing to PP recycling rates are briefly reviewed. Considerations include collection and separation efficiency, processing chemistry, and market dynamics for the products derived from recyclates.

Identifier

84864859040 (Scopus)

Publication Title

Science

External Full Text Location

https://doi.org/10.1126/science.1221806

e-ISSN

10959203

ISSN

00368075

First Page

700

Last Page

702

Issue

6095

Volume

337

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