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Can you autoclave polypropylene

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Polycarbonate products are autoclavable. They must be thoroughly rinsed before autoclaving because detergent residues cause crazing and spotting. Autoclaving cycles should be limited to 20 minutes at 121°C. PC shows some loss of mechanical strength after repeated autoclaving and therefore may not function well under high-stress applications, such as centrifugation.

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The polypropylene is used as a secondary container during autoclave. Autoclave can be done and used on polypropylene without harm or damage. Polypropylene PP recycle #5 is safe to use.

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