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  2. Polyethylene terephthalate - Wikipedia

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    Polyethylene terephthalate (or poly(ethylene terephthalate), PET, PETE, or the obsolete PETP or PET-P), is the most common thermoplastic polymer resin of the polyester family and is used in fibres for clothing, containers for liquids and foods, and thermoforming for manufacturing, and in combination with glass fibre for engineering resins.

  3. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) - Uses, Properties & Structure -...

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    Find key facts about Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET Polymer). Explore its key benefits, limitations, properties, toxicity, processing guidelines and applications.

  4. Polyethylene terephthalate (PET or PETE) | Structure, Properties...

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    Polyethylene terephthalate, or PET, a strong, stiff synthetic fiber and resin and a member of the polyester family of polymers. PET is spun into fibers for permanent-press fabrics, blow-molded into disposable beverage bottles, and extruded into photographic film and magnetic recording tape.

  5. What Are PET Plastics - ThoughtCo

    www.thoughtco.com/what-are-pet-plastics-820361

    Learn about PET plastic, the plastic used in water and soda bottles, and how PET plastic is recycled.

  6. What is PET? - American Beverage Association

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    PET (polyethylene terephthalate) is a type of clear, durable and versatile plastic. In fact, it is the most recyclable and recycled plastic in the United States. That's why America's beverage companies use it to make our beverage bottles, which are carefully designed to be 100% recyclable.

  7. What is PET Plastic | The Ultimate Guide - PlasticRanger

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    PET is smack and fracture-proof, making it an excellent alternative to glass in many applications. It exhibits high resistance to organic matter and water, which can become advantageous or a nuisance depending on the application. PET is approved to be safe with food and beverages.

  8. All About Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) - Xometry

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    Polyethylene terephthalate, most commonly known as PET, is one of the most well-known thermoplastic polymer resins in the polyester family. Xometry customers often ask about this plastic, so this article will explain exactly what PET is, how it’s made, and take a look at its different grades, characteristics, and uses.

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  10. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) | Formula, Properties &...

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    Polyethylene Terephthalate, commonly referred to as PET or PETE, is a type of polymer that is widely utilized in numerous industries due to its impressive list of properties. As one of the most important and prevalent thermoplastic polymers, its versatility is seen in a wide range of applications from textiles to packaging materials.

  11. Polyethylene Terephthalate Plastics - ThoughtCo

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    Polyethylene terephthalate is a polymer that is formed by combining two monomers: modified ethylene glycol and purified terephthalic acid. PET can be modified with additional polymers as well, making it acceptable and usable for other uses. History of PET. The history of PET began in 1941.