Chemical recycling of polystyrene waste: theoretical-experimental study of the mechanism of catalytic transformation

Dana Yanes Quintana; Victoria Colombo; María Estela Pronsato; Nilda Chasvin; Carolina Pistonesi; Alejandra Diez

doi:10.1039/d6ra01516f

January 1, 2026RSC AdvancesOpen Access

Chemical recycling of polystyrene waste: theoretical-experimental study of the mechanism of catalytic transformation

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The research aims to explore the mechanisms involved in the catalytic pyrolysis of polystyrene waste.
Combined experimental and theoretical approaches
Used CeO2 and Co/CeO2 as catalysts for the transformation of polystyrene waste
Investigated the catalytic mechanisms involved in the pyrolysis process.
Identified effective catalytic methods for transforming polystyrene waste
Demonstrated the potential of CeO2 and Co/CeO2 in enhancing pyrolysis efficiency
Revealed insights into the mechanisms of decomposition of polystyrene.

Implication

Experimental and theoretical investigation reveals catalytic transformation mechanisms for polystyrene waste recycling.

Abstract

This study combines experimental and theoretical approaches to investigate the catalytic pyrolysis of polystyrene (PS) waste using CeO 2 and Co/CeO 2 catalysts.

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Quintana et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69f2f1be1e5f7920c638759c https://doi.org/10.1039/d6ra01516f

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