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Can LDPE Be Thrown into the Recycling Bin
Can LDPE Be Thrown into the Recycling Bin?
CSR Plastic processes LDPE plastic types thrown into the recycling bin, making them reusable and environmentally friendly. Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) consists of flexible structures that branch out at the molecular level. There is no harm in throwing LDPE, made of many molecules, into the recycling bin.
LDPE is highly resistant to moisture and various chemicals. It is a thermoplastic, meaning its polymer shape can change and be molded when exposed to heat, then solidify again when cooled. First produced experimentally in the 1930s, LDPE began to be used in high-frequency radar cables during World War II. Today, it is used for various commercial purposes.
Why Is LDPE Popular?
Due to its useful properties, LDPE plastic is used in many areas, including:
- Food and beverage containers
- Trays
- Cosmetic bottles
- Shopping bags
- Shampoo bottles
- Dry cleaning bags
- Hard disks
- Electrical cables
- Computer parts
- Rainwater drainage systems
- Water transfer stations
- Storage tanks
- Irrigation systems
Apart from the areas listed above, LDPE plastic types can be found in many other areas. The reasons for the popularity of LDPE plastic types are as follows:
- Does not contain BPA
- Economical
- Very practical
- Resistant to various chemicals and temperatures
- Waterproof
- Flexible
- Highly impact-resistant
- Can be used as an insulating material
Bisphenol A and BPA are chemical substances that can harm health when in contact with the body or consumed. Pregnant women exposed to these chemicals may face autism spectrum disorder or various birth problems. Since LDPE does not contain these harmful chemicals, it can be used in food packaging.
Another feature that makes LDPE popular is its practicality and economy. Due to its low cost, it is used in the packaging of many products. LDPE is versatile and can be used for injection molding and extrusion pressing. With its food-grade options, LDPE ensures the packaging of food products. Due to its thermoplastic properties, LDPE can maintain its form at low temperatures of -40°C and high temperatures of 90°C.
LDPE provides full protection for its contents because of its high resistance to moisture. As stated above, its flexibility prevents the materials from tearing. Designed to be durable, LDPE-containing products can be used under harsh conditions without damage. LDPE plastic is especially used in products designed for children, such as bottles. Since LDPE does not conduct electricity, it is used in electrical cables, wires, and similar products.
Is LDPE Thrown into the Recycling Bin Harmful to Human Health?
There is no harm in throwing LDPE into the recycling bin, and it is not harmful to human health. Since it does not contain carcinogenic substances, it is considered one of the safest plastics on the market. Even if small amounts of LDPE plastic parts are ingested, it does not affect health. Although LDPE is not hazardous, it can be mixed with various chemicals for making certain products, which poses a significant danger to living beings and environmental health.
CSR Plastic recycles LDPE plastics in hygienic recycling facilities. Thus, recycled LDPE plastic has the same properties as pure LDPE plastic. However, it must be thoroughly cleaned before starting the recycling process. If not cleaned and the labels removed, the product will not be healthy. Environmental toxins on the plastic must be eliminated before recycling. To maintain the hygiene of LDPE plastic, attention must be paid to its storage location, temperature, and what it comes into contact with. Recycling LDPE reduces the energy needed to produce new plastic and minimizes greenhouse gas emissions likely to be released into the atmosphere. You can contact CSR Plastic for more detailed information about LDPE plastic waste recycling.
