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| 02/11/10 04:29 PM |
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Re: Biodegradable shot shell wad cups
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Nontypical said:
I agree that papershells and fiber wads would be a better green way to produce the shells. Unfortunately, in today's world that isn't going to happen. So making a better product that will biodegrade seems to be a desirable option to the shotshell producers.
Actually, paper shells are still in production today and are popular with competitive trap shooters. They are readily available across the pond and command a premium price here.
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If it makes someone feel better that they are helping the envirnoment to shoot them, why shouldn't they shoot them?
That's called brain washing. Al Gore would be proud.
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The way this product works the final broken down product consists of carbon dioxide, water, and biomass consisting of animal waste and plant materials from the organisms that eat the microscopic particles. The main ingredient in the additive is Palm Oil and when used in Polyethylene is FDA approved. In other words, it's not harming the environment while breaking down the plastic.
So it won't harm the environment while breaking down, fantastic. Now why don't you tell us about the environmental impacts of producing polyethylene and the chemicals needed to break it down.