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As Compatibility is an important consideration when working with plastic packaging, this cart should help stream line your compatibility testing process.
Resin
PET
LDPE
HDPE
PP
PS
PETG
Density
1.35
.91 to .925
.94 to .965
.89 to .91
1 to 1.1
1.27
Clarity
Clear
Hazy
Hazy
Hazy
Clear
Clear
Moisture Barrier
Fair to Good
Good
Good to Excellent
Good to Excellent
Poor to Fair
Fair
Oxygen Barrier
Good
Poor
Poor
Poor
Good
Good
Acid Resistance
Fair to Good
Fair to Very Good
Fair to Very Good
Fair to Good
Good
Fair
Grease & Oil Resistance
Good
Good
Good
Good
Fair
Good
Distortion Temp
125 to 160F
160 to 220F
175 to 180F
230 to 260F
200 to 220
140 to 160
Rigidity
High
Low
Moderate
High
High
High
Impact Resistant
Good
Excellent
Good to Excellent
Fair to Good
Fair to Good
Good
Sunlight Resistant
Good
Fair
Fair
Fair
Fair to Poor
Good
Max Hot Fill (F)
120
150
190
200
150
140
Cool Tolerance (C)
-40
-100
-100
0
-
-40

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