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RecyClass unveils online tool for plastic recyclability assessment Plastic Recycling  |  2025-12-18 03:34:18 These cover plastic packaging, sorting and recycling processes, and the traceability of recycled plastics.  By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): RecyClass, a European cross-industry initiative, has introduced the TechAp tool to ease the management of recyclability evaluations for new plastic products.  The launch of the digital platform comes as companies ready themselves for forthcoming requirements under the EU …

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AF&PA: Weak Printing Demand Weighs on U.S. Paper Shipments Paper Recycling  |  2025-12-17 12:21:00 The unbleached paper operating rate declined to 79%, marking its second-lowest level of the year. By Paul Ploumis Summary Packaging Papers: Shipments fell 10% month on month in November 2025 but were up 1% year on year, with inventories rising and operating rates …

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Chinese Scrap Metal Prices Drop Sharply on the Index- December 16, 2025 Scrap Prices  |  2025-12-17 03:57:08 The price of #2 Copper Wire and Tubing also edged lower by CNY 600 per MT. By Anil Mathews Summary Copper and Aluminum: Both metals saw notable price declines, with copper wire and tubing dropping up to CNY 2,050/MT and …

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North American Scrap Metal Prices Dip as Copper, Brass Slide on the Index- Dec 16, 2025 Scrap Prices  |  2025-12-17 03:53:39 Copper Radiator scrap prices recorded a decline of $0.01 per Lb. By Carolina Curiel Summary Copper and Brass/Bronze: Modest declines, with most copper and brass/bronze grades dropping $0.01–$0.06 per pound. Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel: Prices largely …

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Recycled Aluminum Market Set for Strong Growth to USD 100.8 Billion by 2031 Metal Recycling News  |  2025-12-17 03:49:22 Lightweighting for fuel efficiency and electric vehicles drives recycled aluminum use in components. By Paul Ploumis SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): The Global Recycled Aluminum Market reached USD 48.7 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 100.8 billion by …

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