In short, What is plastic?

In short, What is plastic?

Plastics are derived from petroleum or petroleum derivatives. There are different types of plastics. These species are primarily PET (Polietilentetraftalat), PE (polyethylene), PVC (polyvinyl chloride), PP (polypropylene), PS (polystyrene), respectively. If these species will be defined shortly;

Polietilentetraftalat (PET): Generally, water, soft drinks and fat used in the packaging of bottles. Due to the lightweight and durable usage is growing fast.

Polyethylene (PE) is a type of plastic used in most homes. Toys, detergent and shampoo bottles, packaging films, has many uses, such as garbage bags.

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC): Water and liquid detergents, certain chemicals, health care and cosmetic products used in packaging.

Polypropylene (PP): The detergent boxes lids, margarine containers, packaging materials, such as used. In addition, the automotive sector due to be durable and recyclability, plastic garden furniture, plastic kitchen ware are an important application area.

Polystyrene (PS): in the houses of the less common packaging type of packaging waste arising. Yogurt and margarine lids, disposable cups, plates are used extensively.