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Preconsumer waste, also known as manufacturing waste or industrial waste, refers to discarded materials generated during the manufacturing or production process of goods. This type of waste is distinct from postconsumer waste, which is discarded by the end-user after the product has been used. Preconsumer waste can arise at various stages of production, including material scrap, rejected products, excess inventory, and byproducts of chemical or physical transformations.

Examples of preconsumer waste include fabric scraps from clothing manufacturing, paper trimmings from printing, metal shavings from machining, and plastic offcuts from packaging production. This waste is typically generated before a product reaches the consumer market. The composition of preconsumer waste varies greatly depending on the industry and the specific manufacturing processes employed.

Managing preconsumer waste often involves strategies aimed at reduction, reuse, and recycling. Manufacturers may implement process improvements to minimize the generation of waste in the first place. Materials that cannot be prevented from becoming waste may be reused within the same production cycle or for different applications. Finally, viable preconsumer waste materials are often sent to specialized recycling facilities to be reprocessed into new raw materials. Effective management of preconsumer waste can lead to significant cost savings, reduced environmental impact, and improved resource efficiency for businesses.