A semi-crystalline thermoplastic sold in two main variants — LDPE (low density) and HDPE (high density). Common, low-cost materials, easy to process and colour with masterbatch. Subtypes: LDPE, HDPE, LLDPE, EVA, EBA.
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Sub-grades
LDPE·HDPE
Main
Repsol·Versalis
Distribution
Sub-grades
Less crystalline, more flexible, processable at low temperatures. Ideal for film and flexible packaging.
More crystalline, rigid and heat-resistant. Bottles, crates and blow-moulded containers.
Linear low-density polyethylene, with excellent mechanical strength in film.
Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer, flexible with high adhesion.
Ethylene-butyl acrylate copolymer, for high-temperature, flexible applications.
