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HDPE heavy polyethylene has attracted a lot of attention. Not only because it is one of the most diverse plastics in the market, but also because both its hard type (such as plastic containers) and its flexible type (such as bags, etc.) can be recycled in large quantities.
The production of HDPE heavy polyethylene began in the 1930s in England, and in the 1950s, the United States began to work, and today it is one of the most popular and widely used plastics in the world.
Why is HDPE so popular?
It is very light and at the same time extremely strong. For this reason, many car manufacturers use HDPE fuel tanks (the lighter weight of car parts can help increase fuel efficiency).
It is impact resistant (imagine a toy truck being dropped down a flight of stairs).
It is durable and weather resistant.
It is resistant to mold, rot and insects, so it is excellent for underground pipes used to carry water.
And it's easily molded into almost any shape, one of the main advantages of most plastics: flexibility.
Like many other plastics, HDPE is often replaced by heavy materials, as many companies pursue goals such as reducing the amount of materials used in packaging.
Why HDPE heavy polyethylene is better than other materials?
Materials such as (phenolic plastic) and (SCRC composite) are often used as durable materials. But they are not comparable to HDPE in any way. In addition to being durable and lightweight, heavy polyethylene is more resistant to microbes and weather problems.
When it comes to plastic sustainability, there is no doubt that HDPE is superior to other materials. HDPE is 100% recyclable and is made from post-consumer content. SCRC and phenolic plastic are not made from post-consumer materials, so they cannot be recycled.
Where is heavy polyethylene used? A few were mentioned above, but chances are you use HDPE bottles and containers daily for food, beverages, health products, and household products. In addition, food store bags and other transport bags are made of heavy polyethylene.
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