PVC Plastic Recycled into Engine Lubricant Ingredient

Researchers have developed a process that converts PVC, a notoriously difficult-to-recycle plastic, into a key component for high‑performance lubricants, including engine oil. The method breaks down PVC polymers into molecules that can be blended into lubricant formulations. By repurposing PVC waste, the technique offers a way to reduce landfill volumes and lower the environmental footprint of lubricant manufacturing. The approach could enable lubricant producers to source a sustainable raw material while addressing the global challenge of PVC disposal.