| Generic Name: | Polyethylene |
| Acronym: | PE |
| Trade Names: | Alathon, Extrel, Norchem |
| Four Major Groups of: | Low Density (Branched) Medium Density High Density Ultra High Density (Linear) |
| Attributes: | Low Price (Low weight) Easy to process (All TP methods) Excellent electrical insulation Moisture resistant Comes in food grades Tough and flexible Chemical resistant Stress cracks Poor UV resistance Difficult to bond |
| Uses: | Wire Coatings Containers Packaging film and bags Toys Appliance housings Monofilament/Strands Foam products |
| Generic Name: | Polypropylene |
| Acronym: | PP |
| Trade Names: | Rexene, Marlex |
| Added Attributes from PE: | Excellent abrasion resistance Good impact strength Excellent flexural strength |
| Uses: | Fibers/Filaments (Fabrics, Carpet) Packaging films Appliance components Living hinges Closures/Caps Auto interior parts Sterile hospital items Furniture |
| Generic Name: | Polystyrene |
| Acronym: | PS |
| Trade Names: | Dylenes, Dylar, Styron |
| Attributes: | Inexpensive Transparent Hard/Grid Brittle Flammable |
| Uses: | Packaging Lenses Bottles/Containers Appliance parts Toys/Models Dishware/GIasses Sporting goods Construction insulation |
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