Is aluminum foil recyclable?

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In today’s era of growing environmental awareness, consumers are paying more and more attention to the sustainability of products. The use of recyclable materials not only helps reduce landfill waste, but also saves resources and protects the environment. Aluminum foil, as a highly recyclable material, is becoming a new favorite in kitchen supplies. Today, let’s take a deep look at the environmental advantages of aluminum foil containers and how to contribute to the earth by choosing these products.

Is aluminum foil recyclable?

Recyclability of aluminum foil

Aluminum foil is an ideal recyclable material. It loses almost no quality during the recycling process and can be recycled an unlimited number of times. Compared with other materials such as plastics, the recycling process of aluminum foil consumes less energy and has a higher resource utilization rate. Here is a comparison of the recyclability of aluminum foil with other common kitchen materials:

table 1: Aluminum foil vs. plastic container environmental protection

IndicatorsAluminum foil containerPlastic container
Number of times recyclable∞ times2-3 times
Degradation time200 years+Never degrade
Recycling rate95%↑<30%
Food contact safety★★★★★★★☆

Combining environmental protection with business

Henan Yongsheng Aluminum Industry Co., Ltd. is committed to producing high-quality aluminum foil containers to provide consumers with environmentally friendly, durable and beautiful kitchen supplies. Our product range is rich, covering aluminum foil containers of various specifications and uses to meet the needs of different consumers. The following are detailed information on some of our products:

table2:

Product NameTop Dimension (mm)Bottom Dimension (mm)Volume (ml)Weight (g)Packing Quantity (pcs)
RE130130×100×4290×6026031000
RE150150×120×50105×804505.71000
RE165165×135×55130×1005007.71000
RE175175×110×40143×804505.51000
RE185185×135×50145×9670071000

Of course, if you are hesitant about how to choose the right product, you can refer to the form below or directly enter our official website www.aluminiumfoilcontainer.com to leave your contact information. We have specially arranged a professional customer service team to be on call at any time. Once we receive your information, our experts will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with one-to-one consulting services.

table3:

Business scenarioRecommended productsCore advantages
Takeaway light mealsRE185/SQ160Lightweight (7g) + leak-proof design
Baked dessertsAC2613/AC270High temperature resistance 230℃ + exquisite embossing
Group meal supplyB525D/ACC3727D5L large capacity + stacking to save space
High-end pre-prepared dishesACC280EDAluminum foil cover film integrated sealing technology

Our aluminum foil containers are made of high-quality aluminum. All YSA products have passed FDA/GB 4806 food grade certification and have good heat resistance and corrosion resistance, suitable for various cooking and storage needs. At the same time, our product design focuses on environmental protection and is easy to recycle, in line with the concept of modern green life

How to Recycle Aluminum Foil Efficiently

In order to better protect the environment, it is crucial to recycle aluminum foil containers correctly. Here is a detailed recycling guide:

1.Pretreatment before recycling

  • Remove residues: Before recycling, you need to clean the surface of the aluminum foil from food residues, stains and other residues.
  • Simple rinse: Rinse the aluminum foil with clean water to remove organic residues on the surface, but no detergent is needed.
  • Completely dry: Make sure the aluminum foil is completely dry before recycling to avoid moisture affecting subsequent processing.
  • Compacting: Flatten or roll the aluminum foil into a ball, which can save space in the recycling bin and facilitate processing at the recycling plant.

2.Classification

  • Identify the recyclable logo: Look for the triangular recycling arrow logo or “ALU” on the packaging.
  • Separate placement: Put the cleaned aluminum foil into the designated recyclable trash can to avoid mixing with other garbage.

 3.Recycling process

  • Collection and classification: Collect the aluminum foil with other light packaging and send it to the sorting plant to separate it from other waste such as plastic and cardboard.
  • Crushing and separation: Crush the aluminum foil into small pieces for subsequent processing. For composite aluminum foil (such as aluminum foil vacuum bags), it is necessary to separate the aluminum foil from the plastic film by physical or chemical methods.
  • Cleaning: Clean the crushed aluminum foil to remove oil and other contaminants on the surface.
  • Melting and purification: Melt the cleaned aluminum foil at high temperature (about 660℃) to remove impurities and obtain pure aluminum liquid.
  • Reprocessing: Pure aluminum liquid can be reprocessed into new aluminum products such as aluminum sheets, aluminum foil, building products or automotive parts.

With these simple steps, you can help reduce landfill, save resources and protect our planet.e simple steps, you can help reduce landfill, save resources and protect our planet.

Conclude

Choosing aluminum foil containers is not only a support for environmental protection, but also an investment in health and quality of life. Henan Yongsheng Aluminum Co., Ltd.’s aluminum foil container products are your ideal choice with their high quality and environmental protection. We believe that by choosing our products, you can not only enjoy a convenient and efficient kitchen life, but also contribute to the sustainable development of the earth.

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