Realizing Aluminum Pouch Recycling with Peeling Recycling Technology: DHC Supplement Packaging Bags Reborn as New Packaging Materials
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AI Summary (NQ-processed)
Toyo Ink Co., Ltd. of the artience group and DHC Co., Ltd. have successfully recycled aluminum pouches for DHC supplements using peeling recycling technology through joint research. This technology enables the separation of aluminum foil and plastic film, which was previously difficult, allowing for the recovery and reuse of high-purity polyethylene film. This contributes to reducing the environmental impact of packaging materials and realizing a circular economy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: Who successfully recycled the aluminum pouches for DHC supplements?
- A: Toyo Ink Co., Ltd. of the artience group recycled them using peeling recycling technology.
- Q: Why are aluminum foil laminated film pouches used for DHC supplements?
- A: They are used to protect the contents from light, oxygen, and moisture for safety.
- Q: Why was aluminum foil laminated film previously difficult to recycle?
- A: The aluminum foil and multiple plastic films are integrated, making separation challenging.
- Q: What does the peeling recycling technology do to separate the films?
- A: It crushes multi-layered film and dissolves the adhesive with alkali treatment to peel it.
- Q: How are the peeled films separated and recovered in this technology?
- A: They are separated using the difference in specific gravity to recover high-purity polyethylene film.