n-Hexane, 1-hexene, tetradecane and toluene are selected as model compounds of the plastics waste pyrolysis stream.
The conversion obtained with linear hydrocarbons is higher (>92%) than with aromatics (82%).
Catalyst deactivation rate order is toluene > 1-hexene > tetradecane > n-hexane.
The nature of the coke deposited on the catalyst varies depending on the model compound used.