Chinese researchers have pioneered a groundbreaking method for plastic recycling by leveraging nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) technology to analyze and identify the components of mixed waste plastics. Subsequently, they tailored a catalytic conversion strategy, effectively transforming these plastics into high-value-added chemicals. This innovation marks a significant advancement in the battle against plastic pollution and promotes sustainable resource recycling. Remarkably, this process eliminates the need for sorting, enabling the direct processing of mixed waste plastics, thereby enhancing both economic efficiency and environmental benefits. The groundbreaking findings have been published in the prestigious journal Nature.