Recyclability of flame retardant plastics

In the electrical and electronic equipment market, technological advances have prompted phenomenal growth in the past decade. This growth has brought on a worldwide consciousness regarding the environmental effects of materials used in this market. Safety, compliance with regulatory requirements, and recyclability are only a few of the issues that influence materials selection in the electrical and electronic equipment market. It is well known that the use of flame-retardants in equipment housings and internal components significantly reduce fire risks saving lives and destruction of property. This paper examines the contributions that ethane 1,2-bis(pentabromophenyl) and ethylene 1,2-bis(tetrabromophthalimide) can make towards meeting these various demands. Data reported includes recycle studies, physical property evaluations, and dioxin analysis of V-0 high impact polystyrene (HIPS) resins containing these flame-retardants. Conclusions drawn show the benefits of using such resins in electrical and electronic equipment