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LDPE Film Recycling Guide

What is LDPE Film?

LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene) film is a versatile industrial packaging material identified bythe #4 recycling symbol. This flexible, durable plastic is essential in manufacturing anddistribution operations,offering superior moisture resistance and cost-effective protection forproducts and materials.

Common Types of Recyclable LDPE Film

  • Clear stretch wrap and pallet film
  • Industrial shrink wrap
  • Manufacturing film waste
  • Gaylord box liners
  • Mixed color LDPE film
  • Clean production scrap
  • Warehouse packaging film

Professional LDPE Film Recycling Process

Collection and Baling

To prepare LDPE film for recycling:

  • Collect and segregate clean, dry film
  • Remove labels and non-LDPE materials
  • Compress material into uniform bales
  • Accumulate full truckload quantities

Quality Requirements

For maximum recycling value, avoid these contaminants:

  • Moisture or water damage
  • Oil and grease residue
  • Mixed material films
  • Plastic pellet liners
  • Metal, fiber, or wood debris
  • Chemicalcontamination

Once collected, LDPE film undergoes:

  1. Industrial shredding
  2. Thorough washing
  3. Contamination removal
  4. Pelletization for reuse

Converting Waste to Value

Recycled LDPE film becomes valuable raw material for:

  • New stretch wrap
  • Agricultural films
  • Industrial liners
  • Manufacturing feedstock

Professional Recycling Solutions

Our industrial LDPE film recycling program helps manufacturers:

  • Reduce waste disposal costs
  • Meet sustainability goals
  • Generate material value
  • Ensure proper recycling

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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)

What is LDPE plastic?

LDPE stands for low-density polyethylene. It is a thermoplastic made from the monomer ethylene and is widely used in packaging and consumer products due to its flexibility, durability, and resistance to moisture and chemicals.

Can polyethylene be ♻ recycled?

Yes, polyethylene can be recycled. However, the recycling process may differ depending on the type of polyethylene, and not all recycling programs accept all types of polyethylene.

What are examples of LDPE plastic?

LDPE plastic is used in a variety of products, including plastic bags, shrink wrap, squeeze bottles, food storage containers, bubble wrap, six-pack rings, and trash can liners, among others. It is also used in agricultural films for farming and gardening, and as a coating for paper milk cartons.

Learn About Recycling Other Types Of Plastics Below:

  1. HDPE Plastic Recycling
  2. LDPE Recycling
  3. PP 5 Plastic Recycling
  4. PVC Recycling
  5. Plastic Pallets Recycling
  6. EPS Recycling
  7. PET Trays (Thermoform Recycling)
  8. Mixed Rigid Plastics Recycling
  9. Polycarbonate Recycling
  10. Polystyrene Plastic Recycling

This article was written by Igor Beylin, founder and CEO of Scrap Management Inc.  He can be reached at ib@scrapmanagement.com.

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