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This month's patents selection focuses on solutions for the removal of contaminants/impurities/unwanted components from textile and plastic waste prior to processing into new products.

This month’s selection highlights phthalate-free plasticizers starting with an example showing that replacing phthalate plasticizers might require a mixture of different plasticizers to meet the performance requirements dictated by the targeted application. 

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The #centexbelpatentcell has selected 8 recently filed patents on plastic recycling starting with examples of recycling methods followed by example products incorporating recycled plastic. 

Recent developments in composite materials tackle sustainability challenges head-on. 

This monthly patent alert highlights recent innovations in floor and wallcovering technologies. It features a curated selection of patents focused on sustainability, enhanced performance, and aesthetic improvements. 

Markers for recycled content verification

How can we tell recycled from virgin plastics — and prove it? 

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