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Plastics – Recycled plastics – Characterization of polyvinyl butyral (PVB) recyclates

Scope

This document defines a method of specifying delivery conditions for polyvinyl butyral (PVB) recyclates. It gives the most important characteristics and associated test methods for assessing PVB recyclates intended for use in the production of semi-finished/finished products. It is intended to support parties involved in the use of PVB obtained by mechanical and/or mechano-chemical recycling to agree on specifications for specific and generic applications. This document is applicable without prejudice to any existing legislation. This document does not cover the characterization of plastic waste, which is covered by EN 15347, neither traceability topics which are covered by EN 15343.