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Exceptionally biocompatible, non-biodegradable, and entirely recyclable is Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA). PMMA can be recycled using a variety of techniques. Let’s talk about these two: The initial one involves pyrolysis. PMMA is cooked to a high temperature without oxygen in this process.
The alternative approach entails depolymerizing PMMA with molten lead in order to produce the monomer MMA with a purity of more than 98%. Nonetheless, because lead is used and toxic byproducts are produced, this recycling approach is not environmentally sustainable.
When methyl methacrylate is in the form of a sheet, free radical polymerization or suspension polymerization is used to create polymethyl methacrylate. Due to its somewhat higher price than common commodity thermoplastics like PE, PP, PVC, and PS, Polymethyl Methacrylate is regarded as a quasi-commodity thermoplastic.
The combination of its physical and mechanical qualities, including clarity, weather resistance, and average to high strength, is the cause of this. Moreover, due to its exceptional dimensional stability, this material can be moulded in thin- or thick-wall applications.
PMMA is the best material for cosmetic packaging because of these features. This substance, a naturally amorphous thermoplastic, has a refractive index of 1.49, which is similar to that of glass, which is 1.60.
Theoretically, PMMA has the highest possible light transmission of any plastic material at 92–93%. Moreover, it has great weatherability and UV light resistance, making it a good material choice for situations where prolonged outdoor use is anticipated.
The Global Recycled PMMA packaging market accounted for $XX Billion in 2022 and is anticipated to reach $XX Billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of XX% from 2023 to 2030.
Launch of transparent recycled PMMA cosmetics jar by Faca Packaging. PMMA is a translucent polymer that is regarded as a substitute for glass due to its beauty and resilience to scratches.
Faca, which prides itself on being the original supplier of PMMA, has now produced the first clear jar of recycled PMMA for cosmetic use. The recycled PMMA jars are a novelty on the cosmetic packaging industry and are produced at the factory of FACA Packaging.
