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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<ref name="SUS">[http://www.sustainabilityguide.co.uk/2018/02/05/recyclable-plastic/ Sustainability Guide]</ref> such as in [[plastic]] drinks and water bottles, fizzy drinks bottles, mouthwash bottles, shampoo, liquid hand soap and window cleaner bottles for instance<ref name="SUS" />. 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<ref name="PET">[http://www.petresin.org/news_introtoPET.asp/ PET Resin Association]</ref>. | [[PET (1)]] [[plastic]] is the most widely recycled of all the [[plastic]] polymers and is often used in clear [[plastic]] bottles<ref name="SUS">[http://www.sustainabilityguide.co.uk/2018/02/05/recyclable-plastic/ Sustainability Guide]</ref> such as in [[plastic]] drinks and water bottles, fizzy drinks bottles, mouthwash bottles, shampoo, liquid hand soap and window cleaner bottles for instance<ref name="SUS" />. 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<ref name="PET">[http://www.petresin.org/news_introtoPET.asp/ PET Resin Association]</ref>. | ||
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Products commonly made from '''recycled [[PET (1)]]''' include new PET bottles and jars, carpet, clothing, industrial strapping, rope, automotive parts, fiberfill for winter jackets and sleeping bags, construction materials, and protective packaging. | Products commonly made from '''recycled [[PET (1)]]''' include new PET bottles and jars, carpet, clothing, industrial strapping, rope, automotive parts, fiberfill for winter jackets and sleeping bags, construction materials, and protective packaging. | ||
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File:PET bottles.jpg|right|300px|PET Bottles (all rights reserved) <ref>Bottles picture source: [https://omnexus.specialchem.com/selection-guide/polyethylene-terephthalate-pet-plastic/ Omnexus]</ref> | |||
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====Properties==== | ====Properties==== | ||
:Clarity, strength, toughness, barrier to gas and moisture | :Clarity, strength, toughness, barrier to gas and moisture | ||