NTU Singapore Researchers Develop Solvent-Free Process to Separate Multilayer Plastic Packaging

Researchers at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore have developed a chemical process designed to separate and recover individual plastics from multilayer packaging. This method addresses the difficulties associated with recycling mixed plastic waste by eliminating the need for harmful solvents during the recovery process.

The new technique targets multilayer packaging, a category of waste that typically presents significant challenges for conventional recycling facilities. By avoiding the use of hazardous chemicals, the process aims to provide a cleaner and more economically viable approach to material recovery. This development offers a potential alternative to existing methods that struggle to isolate specific plastic components from complex, combined packaging materials.

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Date: June 3, 2026

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