FAQ – Everything you need to know HDPE Plastic

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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