How is recycled plastic disinfected?

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The discussion centers on the challenges of finding information regarding the disinfection processes for recycled plastics. Specifically, the participant seeks insights into the chemical methods used to disinfect various plastic polymers. The mention of heat as a potential disinfecting method indicates a focus on thermal processes, though further details on specific techniques or chemicals remain unclear. The need for comprehensive resources on this topic is evident.

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I'm having a significantly harder time finding information on this than I thought I would.

I'm trying to write a small report on the chemical processes that recycled plastics are put through, but I can't seem to find much information on the methods used to disinfect various plastic polymers.

Any information or places that I should be looking would be very helpful.
 
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I have no idea; but would heat not be achieving that?
 

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