Plastics identification code
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!BEVERAGE BOTTLES<br />Clothing, geo-textiles, bottles for<br />detergents etc., laminated sheets,<br />clear packaging film,<br /> carpet fibres | !BEVERAGE BOTTLES<br />Clothing, geo-textiles, bottles for<br />detergents etc., laminated sheets,<br />clear packaging film,<br /> carpet fibres | ||
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- | ! | + | ! High Density<br />Polyethylene<br />HDPE |
- | | | + | | Hard to semi-flexible,<br />waxy surface, opaque.<br />Softens: 135° C<br />SG = 0.96 |
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The Plastics Identification Code identifies the type of plastic resin a product is made from. The code makes it easier for re-processors to identify and separate used plastics for a range of new applications. Single and mixed materials can be recycled into new products, and used plastics can also be converted into liquid fuel or other energy.
TYPE OF PLASTIC | PROPERTIES Incl. Specific Gravity | APPLICATIONS: Virgin Grades | APPLICATIONS: Recycled grades MAJOR USE / minor use |
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Polyethylene Terephthalate PET | Clear, tough, solvent resistant. Used for rigids, sheets and fibres. Softens: 85 C SG = 1.38 | Carbonated soft drink bottles, fruit juice bottles, pillow and sleeping bag filling, textile fibres | BEVERAGE BOTTLES Clothing, geo-textiles, bottles for detergents etc., laminated sheets, clear packaging film, carpet fibres |
High Density Polyethylene HDPE | Hard to semi-flexible, waxy surface, opaque. Softens: 135° C SG = 0.96 | cell 2,2 |