Evaluating the recyclability and restabilization of laboratory plastics consumables: impact of autoclaving and mechanical recycling on polypropylene

RSC Sustainability 2026 Open access

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Authors: Kim Hao Ng, Leonard D. Süss, Franziska Hirschel, Michael Müller, Bianca Schell, Elke Metzsch‐Zilligen, Rudolf Pfaendner, Nico Bruns
DOI: 10.1039/d6su00069j
Cited by: 1
References: 61

Abstract

Recyclability of laboratory polypropylene: effects of autoclaving, repeated extrusion, and restabilization on recyclability enabling a sustainable second life-cycle.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Polymer crystallization and properties Microplastics and Plastic Pollution Recycling and Waste Management Techniques

Publication details

Journal / source
RSC Sustainability
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
4
Issue
9
Pages
3345–3357
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN