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Revision as of 08:56, 19 October 2021
PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) is a type of plastic often used in bottles and is captured as PET (1) in WikiWaste.
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PET (1) plastic is the most widely recycled of all the plastic polymers and is often used in clear plastic bottles[2] such as in plastic drinks and water bottles, fizzy drinks bottles, mouthwash bottles, shampoo, liquid hand soap and window cleaner bottles for instance[2]. It is also abbreviated to PETE. It is a clear, strong and light weight plastic that is widely used for packaging foods and beverages. Special grades of PET (1) are used for carry home take-away food containers and prepared food trays that can be warmed in the oven or microwave[3].
PET (1) can be recycled into polyester fabric and filling for fleeces, carpets and cushion fillings[2].
References
- ↑ Bottles picture source: Omnexus
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Sustainability Guide
- ↑ PET Resin Association