Name Classification

Description Products

PET(polyethylene terephalate)

Thermoplastic Moderate chemical resistance, most commonly used in blow moulded products.

Beer and soft drink bottles, insulation tapes, electrical plug sockets.

uPVC & PVC(Polyvinyl chloride)

Thermoplastic Good chemical resistance, resistant to weathering, hard, tough and lightweight.

uPVC – pipes and guttering.PVC – hose pipes and cable insulation.

LDPE(low density polyethylene)

Thermoplastic Good chemical resistance, light weight, low stiffness and rigidity.

Detergent bottles, toys and carrier bags.

HDPE(high density polyethylene)

Thermoplastic High density, good stiffness, good chemical resistance.

Crates, bottles, buckets and bowls.

PS(polystyrene)

Thermoplastic Low impact strength, light, colourless.Expanded PS – floats and good heat insulator.

Packaging, disposable cups.Expanded – heat & sound insulation.

PP(polypropylene)

Thermoplastic Lightweight, food safe, good impact strength, good chemical resistance.

Food containers, medical equipment.

ABS Thermoplastic High impact strength, good toughness and strength, scratch resistant and lightweight.

Mobile cases, safety helmets, toys, car parts, kitchen products.

PC Thermoplastic Good chemical resistance and very tough, but expensive.

Protective shields, safety helmets, hairdryer bodies.

Acrylic Thermoplastic Food safe, tough, durable and easy to machine. Light units, shop signage.

Urea Formaldehyde Thermoset Rigid, hard, good strength, heat resistant and good electrical insulator.

Electrical fittings.

Epoxy Resin Thermoset High strength (if used in GRP), good chemical and wear resistance.

Surface coating, encapsulation of electronic components.

Melamine Formaldehyde

Thermoset Rigid, good strength and hardness, scratch resistant.

Tableware and decorative laminates.

Plastics Revision!

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