Specifications Circular

The ReMA Specifications Circular provides guidelines for buying and selling a variety of processed scrap commodities, including ferrous, nonferrous, paper, plastics, electronics, rubber, and glass.


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Nonferrous

More than half of all aluminum consumption by manufacturers in the United States comes from recycled commodities. Get to know aluminum and other nonferrous metals.

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Plastics

Recycled plastic uses 88 percent less energy than sourcing new plastic from primary materials. Find out more about recycled plastics.

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Glass

Glass is 100 percent recyclable and can be recycled endlessly without losing quality. Learn more about the benefits of recycled glass.

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Tires and Rubber

The smooth road you drive on is thanks to asphalt made with recycled tires. Understand the benefits of recycled rubber.

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Textiles

Many cars use recycled clothes as sound insulation, keeping your drive quiet. Discover more about the impact of recycled textiles.

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Paper

More than 75 percent of U.S. paper mills depend on recovered fiber from recycling operations for daily production needs. Find out how recycled paper is a part of your daily routine.

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Ferrous

Iron and steel, aka ferrous metals, are the most recycled materials globally. Buildings, bridges, and more are made using recycled ferrous metal.

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Electronics

According to Apple, the iPhone 16 contains more than 30 percent recycled material. Learn more about the impact of recycled electronics.

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The Power of Recycling

Recycled materials are a big part of life. We help make items that you use and depend on every day. From the wiring and plumbing in your home, to the coffee maker that gets your day started. From the roads, bridges, and highways you travel on, to the schools our children learn in – maybe even the laptop or smartphone you’re reading this on. They all likely contain recycled material.

Our Impact

The recycled materials industry provides a renewable, resilient source of raw materials for manufacturing, and we’re constantly growing and evolving to better impact and serve the world around us.

Economic Impact

Recycled materials are resilient, strengthening the economy. Explore the industry’s economic benefits.

Environment & Sustainability

Recycling protects natural resources through sustainable alternatives, creating less dependence on scarce resources.

Advocacy

ReMA’s advocacy efforts highlight the role of recycled materials in our economy, environment, supply chain, and beyond, at all levels of government.

Safety & Compliance

Safety is ReMA’s number one core value. We offer a variety of industry safety services including in-person and virtual options.

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