'Enzyme in detergent can help recycle single-use plastics in 24 hrs'

Scientists developed method using enzymes from laundry detergents to recycle single-use bioplastics in disposable items. The enzymes break down bioplastics into soluble fragments within 24 hours, achieving full degradation of the bioplastic polylactic acid (PLA) 84 times faster than industrial composting. The bioplastics can be converted into monomers and turned into high-quality plastic for reuse.