Publication Ethics

International Journal of Polymer and Plastics Technology (IJPLAST) is a journal that aims to be a leading peer-reviewed platform and an authoritative source of information in the field of polymer science and plastic engineering. The journal publishes original research papers, review articles, and case studies focusing on topics such as polymer synthesis, characterization, processing technologies, plastic recycling, sustainable materials, biopolymers, and performance analysis of polymer-based materials. All manuscripts must be original and must not be under consideration or published elsewhere in any language.

The following ethical guidelines describe the expected conduct for all parties involved in the publication process of this journal — including authors, editors, peer reviewers, and the publisher. These guidelines are based on the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) Best Practice Guidelines for Journal Editors.

Duties of Authors

  • Authors must ensure the originality of their work and properly cite the work of others.

  • Manuscripts must not be submitted simultaneously to more than one journal.

  • Authors are responsible for disclosing any conflicts of interest and ensuring accurate data representation.

  • If significant errors are discovered after publication, authors must notify the editor and cooperate in retraction or correction.

Duties of Editors

  • Editors are responsible for ensuring a fair, transparent, and timely peer review process.

  • They must evaluate manuscripts based solely on their academic merit, without discrimination.

  • Editors must maintain the confidentiality of submitted manuscripts.

  • The editor has the authority to accept or reject a manuscript based on reviewer input and journal policy.

Duties of Reviewers

  • Reviewers must provide objective, constructive, and timely feedback.

  • They must maintain confidentiality of manuscripts and not use any unpublished material for personal advantage.

  • Reviewers should notify the editor of any potential conflict of interest or ethical concerns.

Duties of the Publisher

  • The publisher works to ensure the editorial independence and integrity of the journal.

  • The publisher supports ethical research and assists in investigations of any suspected ethical misconduct.

IJPLAST is fully committed to upholding ethical standards and takes plagiarism, data fabrication, and unethical research practices seriously. Any breaches may result in manuscript rejection or article retraction.