PP (5)
PP (Polypropylene) is a type of plastic often used in plastic containers and pipes and is captured as PP (5) in WikiWaste.
PP (5) is a thermoplastic "addition" polymer made from a combination of propylene monomers[1]. It is used in a variety of applications which include packaging for consumer products, plastic parts for various industries including the automotive industry (such as for automotive dashboards and bumpers), mouldings (for sailing dinghies etc) and fibres such as carpets, baling twine and sports clothing[2].
Properties
- Strength; resistance to heat, chemicals, grease and oil; moisture barrier.
Common Applications
- Reusable microwaveable ware or take-away containers; kitchenware; yogurt or margerine containers; disposable cups and plates; soft drink bottle caps.