High-Density Poly Ethylene (HDPE) is a thermoplastic polymer made from petroleum. As one of the most versatile plastic materials around, HDPE plastic has been using in a wide variety of applications, including plastic bottles, milk jugs, shampoo bottles, bleach bottles, cutting boards, and piping. HDPE is known for its outstanding tensile strength and large strength-to-density […]

High-Density Poly Ethylene (HDPE) is a thermoplastic polymer made from petroleum. As one of
the most versatile plastic materials around, HDPE plastic has been using in a wide variety of
applications, including plastic bottles, milk jugs, shampoo bottles, bleach bottles, cutting boards,
and piping. HDPE is known for its outstanding tensile strength and large strength-to-density ratio.
HDPE plastic has a high-impact resistance and melting point.

Besides its use for food applications, it can be found in unusual places, including:

• Wood-plastic composites

• Plastic surgery, specifically skeletal and facial reconstruction

• Snowboards

• Shoe Lasts

• 3-D printing filament

• Food and beverage containers