Application
Packaging Plastics
Packaging is the largest single market for plastics. PET, PP, HDPE and LDPE dominate rigid and flexible packaging by volume.
Materials indexed: 80
PETG
Commodity Thermoplastic
A clear, food-safe, easy-to-print thermoplastic combining PET's strength with excellent formability.
PLA
Bioplastic
A biodegradable, plant-based thermoplastic and the most popular 3D printing filament.
HDPE
Commodity Thermoplastic
A rigid, chemical-resistant polyethylene used for bottles, pipes, and industrial containers.
Polypropylene
Commodity Thermoplastic
A lightweight, fatigue-resistant polymer ubiquitous in packaging, textiles, and living hinges.
PET Unfilled
Engineering Thermoplastics
Good stiffness, strength, and barrier properties. Often used in packaging and fibers.
SAN Standard
Engineering Thermoplastics
Good transparency, stiffness, and chemical resistance compared to polystyrene.
MABS Transparent
Engineering Thermoplastics
Clear, tough, and good chemical resistance.
LDPE Film Grade
Commodity Plastics
Flexible, transparent, and easy to process polyolefin for films, bags, and packaging.
LLDPE Film Grade
Commodity Plastics
High tensile strength and puncture resistance for demanding film applications.
MDPE Pipe Grade
Commodity Plastics
Good rigidity and stress crack resistance for pipe applications.
HDPE Injection Molding
Commodity Plastics
Rigid, strong, and chemically resistant material for crates, caps, and household goods.
HDPE Blow Molding
Commodity Plastics
Durable and chemically resistant for bottles, drums, and tanks.
PP Homopolymer Injection
Commodity Plastics
Rigid, tough, and excellent chemical resistance for containers, caps, and automotive parts.
PP Impact Copolymer Film
Commodity Plastics
Tough and dimensionally stable film with good barrier properties.
PP Random Copolymer Injection
Commodity Plastics
High clarity, good flexibility, and low sealing temperature for clear containers and packaging.
EPP Automotive
Commodity Plastics
Lightweight, energy-absorbing foam with excellent thermal insulation and chemical resistance.
PS Crystal Injection Molding
Commodity Plastics
Transparent, rigid, and easily processed material for disposable cutlery, packaging, and CD cases.
HIPS Injection Molding
Commodity Plastics
Tougher than GPPS, with good processability for appliance housings, toys, and packaging.
EPS Packaging
Commodity Plastics
Lightweight, excellent cushioning and thermal insulation for protective packaging.
PVDC Barrier Film
Commodity Plastics
Excellent barrier to oxygen and moisture for food packaging.
EVA Low VA Film
Commodity Plastics
Flexible, tough, and low temperature sealable film with improved clarity over LDPE.
EVA High VA Hotmelt
Commodity Plastics
Adhesive polymer with excellent tack and flexibility for bonding applications.
EVOH 32 mol% Barrier
Commodity Plastics
Excellent oxygen barrier properties, especially at low humidity, for food packaging.
EVOH 44 mol% Barrier
Commodity Plastics
Superior gas barrier properties, excellent melt strength for demanding packaging.
PMP Transparent High Temp
Commodity Plastics
Outstanding transparency, heat resistance, and low density.
Ionomer Surlyn Packaging
Commodity Plastics
Excellent toughness, sealability, and abrasion resistance for demanding packaging.
PET Bottle Grade
Commodity Plastics
Clear, strong, lightweight, and gas barrier for beverage bottles.
Tough Abrasion-Resistant Thermoplastic Polyurethane (Polyester)
Elastomers/TPEs
A highly versatile thermoplastic elastomer offering excellent abrasion resistance, toughness, and flexibility.
Flexible Hydrolysis-Resistant Thermoplastic Polyurethane (Polyether)
Elastomers/TPEs
A highly flexible and resilient thermoplastic elastomer with excellent hydrolysis and low-temperature performance.
Lightweight Flexible Polyamide Elastomer (Pebax)
Elastomers/TPEs
A lightweight thermoplastic elastomer based on polyether-block-polyamide, offering exceptional flexibility and energy return.
Hot Melt Adhesive Grade Styrene-Isoprene-Styrene TPE
Elastomers/TPEs
A SIS grade formulated for excellent tack and cohesive strength in hot-melt adhesive applications.
Alkyd Coating Resin
Thermosets
Durable, flexible film-forming resin for paints and coatings.
PLA Eco Grade A
Bioplastics
A standard grade of polylactic acid designed for general-purpose applications, offering good processability and biodegradability.
PLA High Temp Grade B
Bioplastics
A modified PLA grade offering improved heat resistance for applications requiring higher service temperatures than standard PLA.
PDLA Stereocomplex Grade C
Bioplastics
A stereocomplex grade of PDLA, offering enhanced thermal and mechanical properties through interaction with PLLA.
PHA Flexible Grade D
Bioplastics
A flexible grade of PHA offering good toughness and biodegradability in various environmental conditions.
PHB Rigid Grade E
Bioplastics
A rigid and brittle grade of PHB, characterized by its high crystallinity and rapid degradation.
PHBV Balanced Grade F
Bioplastics
A copolymer of PHB and PHV providing a balance of flexibility, toughness, and biodegradability.
PBS Easy Process Grade G
Bioplastics
A bio-based PBS grade offering excellent processability and biodegradability for film and packaging applications.
PBSA Copolymer Grade H
Bioplastics
A biodegradable copolyester offering enhanced flexibility and toughness compared to standard PBS.
PBAT Flexible Film Grade I
Bioplastics
A biodegradable copolyester with excellent flexibility, toughness, and good processability, ideal for film applications.
TPS Plasticized Starch J
Bioplastics
A blend of starch and plasticizers, offering biodegradability and compostability with tunable properties.
Cellulose Acetate Film Grade K
Bioplastics
A clear, rigid bioplastic derived from cellulose, with good dimensional stability and photographic properties.
Regenerated Cellulose Transparent M
Bioplastics
A highly transparent, biodegradable film derived from purified cellulose, known for its gas barrier properties.
Bio-PE High Density
Bioplastics
A high-density polyethylene produced from renewable sugarcane, chemically identical to conventional HDPE.
Bio-PET Bottle Grade O
Bioplastics
A bio-based version of PET, produced from plant-derived ethylene glycol, offering identical performance to conventional PET.
PEF Barrier Bottle
Bioplastics
A 100% bio-based polyester with superior barrier properties to PET, suitable for packaging.
Chitosan Film
Bioplastics
A biopolymer derived from chitin, known for its biodegradability, biocompatibility, and antimicrobial properties.
Casein Bioplastic
Bioplastics
A protein-based bioplastic derived from milk, offering biodegradability and film-forming properties.
Mycelium Composite
Bioplastics
A sustainable material grown from fungal mycelium on agricultural waste, used for packaging and insulation.
PLA Injection Grade X
Bioplastics
A standard injection molding grade of PLA optimized for cycle times and part quality in mass production.
PHA Copolymer Tough
Bioplastics
A toughened PHA copolymer offering improved impact resistance and flexibility for durable applications.
Bio-PET Film Grade Z
Bioplastics
A bio-based PET grade optimized for film extrusion, offering excellent clarity and printability.
PBS High Strength
Bioplastics
A modified PBS grade offering enhanced tensile strength and rigidity for structural applications.
PBAT High Heat
Bioplastics
A PBAT grade with improved heat resistance for applications requiring higher service temperatures.
Chitosan Crosslinked
Bioplastics
Crosslinked chitosan for improved water resistance and mechanical stability in humid environments.
Regenerated Cellulose Coated
Bioplastics
Regenerated cellulose film with a barrier coating for enhanced protection.
PLLA Stereocomplex
Bioplastics
PLLA component for creating stereocomplex PLA, offering superior thermal and mechanical properties when blended with PDLA.
PBSA High Flexibility
Bioplastics
A highly flexible and extensible PBSA grade designed for films requiring superior drape and toughness.
Bio-PE Low Density
Bioplastics
A low-density polyethylene made from sugarcane, offering the flexibility and toughness of conventional LDPE.
PETG FDM Filament
3D Printing
Durable, impact-resistant, and chemically resistant filament suitable for functional parts and prototypes.
SLS PP Powder
3D Printing
Economical and chemically resistant powder for SLS, suitable for a wide range of applications.
rHDPE PCR Natural
Recycled Polymers
Natural colored post-consumer recycled HDPE, suitable for packaging and consumer goods.
rHDPE PIR Colored
Recycled Polymers
Colored post-industrial recycled HDPE, suitable for applications where color consistency is key.
rLDPE Film Clear
Recycled Polymers
Clear recycled LDPE, suitable for film applications like packaging and agricultural films.
rLLDPE Film Translucent
Recycled Polymers
Translucent recycled LLDPE, suitable for durable film applications.
rPP Homo PCR Natural
Recycled Polymers
Natural colored post-consumer recycled PP homopolymer, suitable for rigid packaging and automotive parts.
rPET Bottle Clear
Recycled Polymers
Clear recycled PET from bottles, suitable for new bottle and fiber applications.
rPET Fiber Colored
Recycled Polymers
Colored recycled PET from bottles, suitable for textile and non-woven applications.
rPS General Purpose
Recycled Polymers
Recycled general purpose polystyrene, suitable for disposable cutlery and packaging.
Ocean-Bound PP Regrind
Recycled Polymers
Polypropylene derived from plastic waste collected from coastlines and waterways.
Chemically Recycled PET Clear
Recycled Polymers
PET produced via chemical recycling, offering virgin-like quality.
PIR/PCR Blend PPA
Recycled Polymers
A blend of PIR and PCR polypropylene for cost-effective performance.
rEVA Flexible Clear
Recycled Polymers
Clear, flexible recycled EVA for film and foam applications.
rHDPE PCR Colored (Blue)
Recycled Polymers
Blue colored post-consumer recycled HDPE, suitable for industrial packaging and containers.
rLDPE Film Opaque White
Recycled Polymers
Opaque white recycled LDPE, suitable for bread bags and opaque packaging films.
rLLDPE Film Black Printed
Recycled Polymers
Black printed recycled LLDPE, suitable for non-food contact industrial films.
rPP Homo PCR Black
Recycled Polymers
Black colored post-consumer recycled PP homopolymer, suitable for general purpose molding.
rPP Copo PIR Natural Impact
Recycled Polymers
Natural colored post-industrial recycled PP copolymer, with enhanced impact properties.
rPET Bottle Blue
Recycled Polymers
Blue colored recycled PET from bottles, suitable for new bottle applications.