In the early 1970s US scientists first started to express concern that the
manmade chlorofluorocarbons (or 'CFCs') used in the airconditioning, aerosol,
foam blowing and refrigeration industries were responsible for an apparent
thinning of the ozone layer. The aerosol industry responded by phasing out its use of these CFCs and
shifting to non-ozone depleting natural hydrocarbons. Today's aerosols DO NOT contain CFC's.
*Aerosol Adventure Kit The Kit contains all of the materials you need to teach students about the
Earth's protective upper ozone layer, CFCs, and aerosol products in a fun and
active way. Plus, it's FREE The Kit includes a teacher's guide, classroom activities, student materials
and experiments as well as the video, Another Awesome Aerosol Adventure
by the producers of Beakman's World. These materials are easily
integrated into teachers' curriculum and can be downloaded (below) or requested
by mail through this website.
Aerosols no longer
use chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) propellants
It's OK to Spray
Are
steel aerosol containers recyclable?
Steel aerosol containers are very much
recyclable in nearly all areas of the United States. Check with the community's
recycling coordinator to see if these containers are accepted in the program. If
they are, make sure the aerosol container is completely empty and remove the
plastic spray tip and plastic cap. If they are not accepted check to see why not
and have the community's recycling program coordinator contact the Recycling and Solid Waste Reduction Program staff to assist in including these containers in the
program.
What are aerosols made from?
The main part of an aerosol is the can and 90% of these are made from
tinplated steel. The remaining 10% are made from aluminium. Both of these metals
are recyclable. Aerosols also contain some small plastic and rubber components
including the lid, valve and dip tube.
The International Climate Conference
More than 25 years ago, four Aerosol Industry Icons determined there was mutual benefit and strength derived by meeting together to work on common industry issues. Over the ensuing 25 years, the Southern Aerosol Technical Association (SATA) has evolved into the oldest and largest regional Aerosol Association with over 400 individual members representing over 120 companies through the United States and Europe. The SATA organization is made up of custom fillers, marketers and vendors. The membership meets twice yearly with the stated Mission of providing forums for the sharing of technical, regulatory and marketing information for the enhancement, promotion and growth of the aerosol industry.
