Ding, Z; Nie, W; Tam, V W Y and Illankoon, C (2025) Consumer purchase intention for extrinsic and intrinsic cues of construction and demolition waste recycled products. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 32(6), pp. 3565-3586. ISSN 0969-9988
Abstract
Purpose: The preferences and adoption of recycled materials by consumers are subject to a variety of factors, such as enablers and barriers. Despite this, there exists a paucity of research concerning stakeholders' perceived value and real purchase decision towards recycled products. Consequently, this research study aims to fill this gap by investigating stakeholders' perceived value of recycled products derived from construction and demolition (C&D) waste and its effect on purchase decisions. Design/methodology/approach: Research data were collected from 219 valid questionnaires completed by Chinese stakeholders. Structural equation modeling (SEM) was then employed to test eight hypotheses. Findings: The results show intrinsic cue (materials) and extrinsic cue (brand) influence the stakeholders' judgment on C&D waste recycled products' value and then their purchase intention. However, cues such as quality, word-of-mouth, price, policy and advertised have not play a significant role in practice. Originality/value: This research study verified the significance of brand and material cues on decision making for purchasing C&D waste recycled products, providing new insights to policy making to enhance the uptake of C&D waste recycled products in construction industry.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | behavior intention; construction and demolition waste; cue utilization theory; recycled products; SEM |
| Index terms: | judgment, purchasing, construction industry, recycled materials, policy making, cue utilization, construction and demolition, structural equation modelling, questionnaire, decision-making, methodology, word-of-mouth, preference |
| Subjects: | health safety and environment, decision-making and reasoning, research methods, waste management, policy studies, statistical analysis, procurement strategy, industry analysis, decision analysis, management, dispute resolution, data collection methods |
| Topics: | Sustainability, Procurement, Risk Management, Health and Safety, Legal Issues, Governance, Research Practice, Business Strategy |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTA |
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