A MATERIAL INVESTIGATION
MANUFACTURER-REPORTED PRODUCT FAMILY
BIC Cristal Original pen
Published construction of the Cristal Original. Confirm the model; Grip, Re’New and other variants need their own specifications.
What is it made of?
The reviewed product evidence identifies these component groups.
- Writing tip
- Brass
- Writing ball
- Tungsten carbide
- Ink
- Ink formulation not disclosed
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06 · COLLECTION & RECOVERY
The next life is local.
Check local pen take-back or collection schemes. Mixed materials and small components can prevent acceptance in ordinary packaging recycling.
Plastic
Resin identity alone does not establish collection acceptance. Check the exact object type with your local programme.
Plastic
Resin identity alone does not establish collection acceptance. Check the exact object type with your local programme.
Other / unknown
Ask the local collection service about the whole object and its contents before selecting a disposal route.
Other / unknown
Ask the local collection service about the whole object and its contents before selecting a disposal route.
Other / unknown
Ask the local collection service about the whole object and its contents before selecting a disposal route.
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Add your location to anchor the next investigation. No collection acceptance or receiving facility has been verified.
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