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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.
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