Answering all frequently asked questions about HDPE Plastic.
What is HDPE plastic? A thermoplastic polymer produced from the monomer ethylene; it is one of the most versatile materials in industry
What does it stand for? High Density Polyethylene
How to identify it? It can be identified by the number 2 symbol which is usually found on the bottom of the product.
Can it be recycled? Yes, it can be recycled up to 10 times and still have the same strength as its original life.
Where is HDPE plastic used? It is used for making milk containers, shampoos and conditioners bottles, soap bottles, detergents and bleach bottles and of course OUR PRODUCTS
Is it durable? Yes, it is the most durable of all 7 plastic types.
What it its melting point? 135 degrees
What are the advantages of HDPE plastic? There are a number of advantages including high quality, durability, UV resistant, chemical resistance and that it can be given up to 10 lives
How much new HDPE plastic is produced every year? It is expected that by 2022, global HPDE production will increase to 66.96 tonnes.
How much HDPE plastic is recycled each year? Approximately only 19.7%
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