Shiny wrapping paper is made of a paper plastic composite material.
Composition of Shiny Wrapping Paper
Shiny, metallic, and glittery wrapping papers are not made of a single material but are instead a composite. This means they consist of multiple materials bonded together.
- Paper: Provides the base structure.
- Plastic: Used for the shiny or metallic coating, or to adhere glitter.
Environmental Impact
Due to the complex mixture of materials, shiny wrapping paper presents recycling challenges.
- The energy required to separate and recover the paper fibers from the plastic is often too high to make recycling economically viable.
- As a result, shiny wrapping paper is often non-recyclable and ends up in landfills.
Summary
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Material | Paper plastic composite |
| Appearance | Shiny, metallic, or glittery |
| Recyclability | Generally non-recyclable |
| Environmental Impact | Contributes to landfill waste due to the difficulty in separating the composite materials |
