Rice researchers develop new way to quickly recycle electronic waste
October 16, 2026
October 16, 2026
HOUSTON, Texas, Oct. 16 -- Rice University posted the following news release:
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Rice researchers develop new way to quickly recycle electronic waste
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Many electronic devices use flame-retardant plastic as casing in order to reduce the risk of electrical fires. This plastic is formulated using a metal called antimony along with organic bromide compounds. In fact, 39% of the world's antimony is used to create flame-retardant plastics, m . . .
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Rice researchers develop new way to quickly recycle electronic waste
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Many electronic devices use flame-retardant plastic as casing in order to reduce the risk of electrical fires. This plastic is formulated using a metal called antimony along with organic bromide compounds. In fact, 39% of the world's antimony is used to create flame-retardant plastics, m . . .