How Do You Dispose of Waste Aerogel Blanket?

Aspen Aerogels insulation blanket is composed primarily of synthetic amorphous silica impregnated onto a fabric material. The final product does not contain any liquid material. Scrap aerogel blanket can be disposed in landfills that are approved to accept industrial waste. Scrap aerogel blankets will generate dust during landfill operations. Industrial waste landfills should be informed of the potential for dust generation during the waste approval process. Scrap materials from Aspen’s Manufacturing operations are disposed in a licensed, industrial landfill in Massachusetts.

To meet customer demands, Aspen Aerogels may use a variety of aerogel additives and fabric substrate materials. These additives may include materials such as carbon black, titanium dioxide and aluminum oxide. Aerogel blankets do not meet any of the characteristics of a US EPA hazardous waste [40 CFR Part 40, Subpart C].