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PlastiVerd PlastiVerd HF

Plastiverd Plastiverd HF is copolymer of PET (Polyethylene-Terephthalate), delivered in resin pellets. This resin is particularly suitable for use in the manufacture of hot fill/heat set containers.

Polymer Name: Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol (PETG)

Processing Methods: Blow Molding

End Uses: Beverage Containers, Bottles, Food Packaging, Fruit Juice Bottles, Squeeze Bottles

Features: Excellent Surface Properties, Good Mechanical Properties, High Molecular Weight, Low Energy Consumption, Recyclable

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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Features
  • It has a high molecular weight giving it excellent mechanical properties, outstanding appearance and has been specially formulated to give glass leading blow molding processability due to its unique capabilities.
  • PLASTIVERD HF is appropriate for the packaging of juices, sauces, beers and baby foods, where pasteurization processes are uses.

Applications & Uses

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Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Intrinsic Viscosity0’86 ± 0’02dL/grISO 1628
Specific Density (Crystalline)min. 1.39g/cm³
Colour Lmin. 78ASTM 6290
Colour b*max. 0ASTM 6290
Color bmax. 0ASTM 6290
Acetaldehydemax. 1ppmASTM F2013
Color Lmin. 78ASTM 6290
Crystallinitymin. 48%
Moisturemax. 0’2%
Bulk Density840kg/m³
Weight of 20 chips320mg
Melting Point245-255ºC
Typical Moulding Temperature280-290ºC
Drying Conditions - Temperature165-175ºC
Drying Conditions - Time5-6h

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Compliance
  • PLASTIVERD HF complies with the composition of requirements of the Regulation (EC) No 10/2011
  • EU directive on Packaging Waste (94/62/EC) and its amendments.