Plastics

Plastics

1. PET thermoplastic

   • Can be heated and reshaped
   • Fizzy drink bottles
     • Very tough
     • Lightweight
     • Crystal clear appearance

2. HDPE

   • Unbreakable bottles- washing up bottles
   • Highly resistant to chemicals
   • Tough and hard wearing
   • Decorative when coloured

3. PVC

   • Packaging for toiletries
   • Does not corrode
   • Does not rot
   • Can be manufactured flexible or rigid

4. LDPE

   • milk cartoons and cling film
   • Tough and hard wearing

5. PP

   • Food packaging
   • Lightweight
   • Rigid
   • Low moisture absortion

6. Rigid polystyrene

   • Low water absortion
     • Expanded polystyrene
       • Lightweight
       • Good heat insulation
       • Excellent impact resistance
       • Cups
   • Transparent
   • CD cases