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by Answerbag Staff on August 12th, 2010

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How long does foam core take to break down?

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  • by John Geisel on August 12th, 2010

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    Foam core takes an average of 50 years to decompose in a landfill or at sea. By comparison, the cardboard used to make a box takes two weeks to decompose.

    References:

    Environmental Protection Agency: Marine Debris Timeline

    KTKA 49 News: Break it Down: How Long Does Trash Take to Degrade?

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