Data set: Aluminium scrap, post-consumer (01.00.005)
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Type Product flow |
Name Aluminium scrap, post-consumer |
Reference Flow Property Volume (m3) |
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Classification End-of-life treatment / Material recycling |
Synonyms Recycled aluminium; Recycled aluminum; Aluminium waste; Aluminum scrap; Post-use aluminium; Secondary aluminium |
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General comment This product flow refers to aluminium scrap that has been disposed of after consumer use. It encompasses all aspects from collection, sorting, and potential reprocessing to preparation for reuse in manufacturing. The scrap is usually recycled to retrieve the aluminium metal for producing new products. This flow includes aluminium scrap from various post-consumer products, such as beverage cans, food packaging, and old appliances that are collected for recycling. |