Common Solvents Recycled in Laboratories and Their Uses
Xylene, Alcohols, Acetone, Formalin, and Substitutes—How and Why to Recycle Them Laboratories depend on solvents every day—for cleaning, disinfection, tissue processing, and sample preparation. These chemicals, while essential, are also costly and generate hazardous waste when discarded. Modern labs are now turning to solvent recycling systems to reduce expenses, stay compliant, and operate more sustainably. Recycling common solvents like xylene, isopropyl alcohol (IPA), ethanol, acetone, and formalin can help laboratories cut waste by up to 90%, while maintaining solvent quality and protecting both workers and the environment. Why Solvent Recycling Matters Solvents play a critical role in scientific workflows. But constant disposal and repurchase create unnecessary costs and environmental burdens. Traditional waste management also exposes labs to compliance risks due to EPA and OSHA regulations surrounding hazardous waste. By investing in solvent recovery systems ,...