Although recycling of post-industrial PVC is well established, post-consumer recycling (PCR) has been on a smaller scale until more recently. The industry has recognised the need for broader recycling of post-consumer materials and is working to solve challenges, such as collection and sorting, to widen the scope. Durable PVC goods, such as vinyl siding, roofing, piping, flooring and other long-lasting products eventually reach end of life. There is also a drive to recycle single-use PVC parts, such as those in healthcare, in the move toward a circular economy.

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