Colgate’s plastic tubes are made from a range of materials. They contain a thin layer of aluminum that keeps the toothpaste fresh and flavorful, and several different types of plastic.

Canada's plastic tube industry is anticipated to remain at the forefront in North America, with a CAGR of 6% through 2034, while in Asia Pacific, India is projected to witness a CAGR of 7.1% by 2034.

The plastic had an even greater effect on another common laboratory solvent called dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO). Clearly, one or more chemicals had leached from the tube into the fluids and gone on ...

Volunteers are working to collect 6,000 plastic tubes that were used to protect newly planted trees. The trees were planted in Gillside Wood and Rusland Wood in the Lake District a number of years ...