Can black fiberglass tissue be recycled?

Yes, black fiberglass tissue can be recycled, although the process is more complex than recycling other materials due to its composite nature. Fiberglass, made of glass fibers reinforced by a plastic matrix, requires specialized facilities to separate and recycle. The black color is often due to the use of carbon or other pigments, which do not affect recyclability. Recyclers may grind the material into a fine powder or chopped strand to be used as filler in new composite products, or it may be used in construction materials. However, the market for recycled fiberglass is limited, and not all recycling facilities accept it. Proper recycling depends on collection systems and the availability of recycling plants equipped to handle fiberglass.