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    Polyplastics' Topas Receives APR Recognition for Recyclability

    • Last Update: 2023-01-09
    • Source: Internet
    • Author: User
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    Polyplastics USA has been awarded Key Guidance recognition by the Association of Plastics Recyclers (APR) for its flexible multilayer films for stand-up pouches
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    The APR approval shows that Polyplastics' Topas copolymers are compatible with PE film recycling streams

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    Bags are made from four grades of 15.
    5% or less Topas Cyclic Olefin Copolymer (COC)

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    To support the packaging industry's move toward a circular economy, Polyplastics is actively developing the data necessary to support industry-wide sustainability efforts

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    APR's approval is based on the technical recyclability of multilayer films (including COC content) and PE films
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    The film meets or exceeds APR's FPE-CG091 Key Guidance Protocol for Polyethylene Films and Flexible Packaging

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    This allows businesses to confidently use COCs to improve the performance of recyclable products

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    The new approval follows APR's key guidance for high-gloss HDPE containers using a 20% cyclic olefin copolymer TOPAS 8007F-600 outer layer

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    Paul Tatarka, Market Development Manager, Polyplastics USA, commented: "COC is a highly efficient material option as a strategic ingredient for addressing a wide range of sustainability needs today
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    Discrete COC layers in multilayer structures can be Effective design options for recycling flexible films, especially stand-up bags

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