Abstract
Feedstock recycling processes for treating poly(vinyl chloride) rich waste streams should be capable of recovering both the chlorine and hydrocarbon contents of the stream; the chlorine in the form of purified hydrochloric acid or salt and hydrocarbons in the form of energy or as feedstock for the petrochemical industry. Results of a research project to consider treatment of poly(vinyl chloride) rich waste streams are presented, together with recommendations on potential processes and technology for the development of a demonstration plant.
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