How can PLEXIGLAS^® scrap be disposed of?

Owing to its properties, PLEXIGLAS^® is primarily intended for the manufacture of durable, high-quality articles and less so for products meant to be consumed and disposed of within a short time. Thanks to its resistance to aging and weathering, PLEXIGLAS^® remains fully functional even after many years of service, and does not need to be replaced at an early stage. Given correct fabrication, PLEXIGLAS^® releases no pollutant substances to the environment. At the end of its product life and after careful separation from other materials, PLEXIGLAS^® can be used for energy recovery and chemical or mechanical recycling.

PLEXIGLAS^® scrap is not classed as hazardous waste. Small quantities can therefore be disposed of as household refuse.However, large quantities should be disposed of in compliance with the regulations, after consulting the responsible local authority and the disposal company, at a suitable licensed plant.

Soiled packaging:
Contaminated packaging must be emptied as far as possible, and can then be passed on for recycling after professional cleaning. Non-contaminated packaging can be passed on for recycling. Packaging than cannot be professionally cleaned must be disposed of in a suitable manner.

The EEC waste identification code for PLEXIGLAS^® is 070213.

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