Is lightweight polypropylene coveralls recyclable?
1.Characteristics of lightweight polypropylene protective coveralls
Lightweight polypropylene protective clothing is a kind of labor protection product that is lightweight, wear-resistant, anti-static, anti-oil, and anti-chemical splash. It is usually used for sanitary protection in the medical, food, pharmaceutical and other industries. Polypropylene protective clothing is a disposable commodity and is usually treated as general garbage after use. However, with the rise of environmental awareness today, people pay more attention to the classification and recycling of garbage. So, is the polypropylene protective coverall recyclable?
In fact, lightweight polypropylene is one of the recyclable materials. In foreign countries, some medical institutions recycle polypropylene coveralls and then recycle it. There are also some domestic companies that recycle and reuse polypropylene protective clothing. However, since polypropylene protective clothing may contaminate hazardous waste during use, it is difficult to recycle and requires professional treatment.
3. How to properly handle lightweight polypropylene protective coveralls
Although polypropylene can be recycled, the following points should be noted when handling polypropylene protective clothing:
**During use, pay attention to the contact between protective clothing and hazardous substances to avoid contaminating waste;
**After use, classify and dispose of lightweight polypropylene coveralls according to garbage classification requirements;
**If recycling is required, lightweight polypropylene coveralls can be sent to professional recycling companies or garbage stations for treatment;
**If it cannot be recycled, it should be treated as ordinary garbage, and it should not be incinerated or landfilled at will.
In short, lightweight polypropylene protective clothing can be recycled, but attention should be paid to protection and environmental protection during the treatment process. I hope that each of us can do a good job in garbage classification and treatment and contribute to the cause of environmental protection.
