Oral Care
Plastic Aligner Case
Handheld clamshell
40
g
Total plastic weight
Over-engineered for a medical accessory, these cases are rarely recycled and often lost.
10%
Recycle probability
500
Years to decompose
Material breakdown
2 components- ABS body35g
- Silicone liner5g
Production footprint
Per unit120L
Water to produce
0.49kWh
Electricity to produce
Estimated upstream manufacturing footprint per unit, based on resin LCA averages.
Lower-impact alternatives
- Medical grade tinStainless steel container with food-safe seal.0gplastic
- Recycled plastic caseMade from 100% PCR (post-consumer resin).38gplastic
- Hemp fabric pouchWashable textile option for temporary storage.2gplastic
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