Utilization of melamine impregnated paper waste as a filler in thermoplastic composites

The potential utilization of melamine impregnated paper (MIP) waste in thermoplastic composites was investigated. Composites were also manufactured utilizing wood flour (WF) at the same filler rates for comparison. using a compression molding method. effects type and rate on mechanical properties low-density polyethylene (LDPE)-based evaluated. Mechanical properties, such as tensile flexural strengths, determined accordance with ASTM D638 (2001) D790 (2003), respectively. Results showed that content had significant all Both fillers improved except strength elongation break LDPE. In conclusion, MIP has to be utilized thermoplastic-based composite manufacturing might generate some economic environmental benefits.