Influence of a biodegradable contaminant on the mechanical recycling of a low‐density polyethylene sample

• Published in: Polymer engineering and science Vol. 64; no. 2; pp. 845 - 851
• Main Authors: Titone, Vincenzo, Botta, Luigi, Mistretta, Maria Chiara, La Mantia, Francesco Paolo
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Hoboken, USA John Wiley & Sons, Inc 01.02.2024; Society of Plastics Engineers, Inc; Blackwell Publishing Ltd
• Subjects: biodegradable polymer; contaminant; Contaminants; Density; Elongation; Extrusion; Garbage collection; Low density polyethylenes; Mechanical properties; Mechanical tests; poly(butylene adipate‐co‐terephthalate) (PBAT); Polyethylene; polyethylene (LDPE); Product quality; Raw materials; Recycling; Reduction; Rheological properties; Rheology; Tensile properties; Waste disposal; Italy
• ISSN: 0032-3888; 1548-2634
• DOI: 10.1002/pen.26588

Mechanical recycling of oil‐derived polymers is certainly our best option to reduce pollution, save raw materials, and protect ourselves and the environment from the adverse effects of waste disposal. However, the presence of contaminants, including other types of plastics, that are mixed in during...