Asahi Kasei uses microwaves to obtain PA66 from end-of-life vehicles（ASAHI KASEI）August, 2024
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Asahi Kasei has developed with Microwave Chemical Co., Ltd., a chemical recycling technology in which microwaves are used to obtain polyamide 66 (PA66) from waste of end-of-life vehicles, such as airbags and radiator tanks. Microwaves act as a heating agent when applied to the waste in order to depolymerize PA66. By the depolymerisation, the waste is separated into adipic acid and hexamethylenediamine. Unlike common heating energy, microwaves can heat target objects directly and selectively. It helps reduce energy consumption.
JCFA News Letter (No.25) August, 2024/Japan Chemical Fibers Association
JCFA News Letter (No.25) August, 2024/Japan Chemical Fibers Association
| Researcher | ASAHI KASEI |
|---|---|
| University or institution | ASAHI KASEI |
Keywords
chemical recycling, microwaves, polyamide, polyamide 66, PA66, energy consumption