Plastic Bottles (EPUB)

By Tanvi Vats, Shubhanshi Sharma
Plastic Bottles: Processing, Recycling, Regulations and Alternatives explores the lifecycle of plastic bottles, from creation to disposal, offering a comprehensive and accessible look at bottle packaging. The book is divided into five parts as follows

Part 1: The History of Plastic Bottles

Traces the development and integration of plastic bottles into daily life.
Covers materials used, labeling, and manufacturing processes in the industry.

Part 2: Environmental Impact

Examines the limitations of plastic bottles and their environmental consequences.
Discusses challenges in recycling and showcases case studies.
Highlights advanced recycling technologies and techniques.

Part 3: Biopolymers as an Alternative

Introduces biopolymers as sustainable alternatives to traditional plastic.
Explores types of biopolymers suitable for bottle production.
Discusses potential benefits and challenges of biopolymer adoption.

Part 4: Regulations and Policies

Focuses on global regulatory frameworks for plastic and biopolymer use.
Covers Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and its role in waste management.

Part 5: Future of Bottle Packaging

Looks ahead at developments in sustainable packaging solutions.
Discusses innovations in recycling and emerging research trends.

Target Audience
✓ Accessible to students, academics, and industry professionals from both scientific and non-scientific backgrounds.
✓ Concise and easy-to-read, making it suitable for a wide ranging audience.
This book provides a thorough yet compact overview of the plastic and biopolymer bottle packaging industry, offering valuable insights for both academia and industry.

Product Details

Publisher ‏ : ‎ CRC Press; 1st edition (February 10, 2025)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 106 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1032890843
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1032890845