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Plastic Barrier Properties

Key

Resins

  • LDPE - Low Density Polyethylene
  • HDPE - High Density Polyethylene
  • PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride
  • PS - Polystyrene
  • PC - Polycarbonate
  • PP - Polypropylene
  • OPP - Oriented Polypropylene
  • OPET - Oriented Polyethylene Terephthalate
  • PETG - Extrusion Grade Polyethylene Terephthalate
  • PEN - Polyethylene Naphthalate

Density

G/CC

Gas Trans. - Oxygen Barrier

Oxygen Barrier: CC-MIL/100 Sq. In. - 24 HR (lower = better)

Gas Trans. - Carbon Dioxide Barrier

Carbon Dioxide Barrier: CC-MIL/100 Sq. In. - 24 HR (lower = better)

Water Vapor

GM-MIL/100 Sq. In. - 24 HR (lower = better)

Hot Fill Temperature

Degrees Fahrenheit

Process

  • I = IBM
  • E = EBM
  • S = SBM

Ratings

  • P = Poor
  • F = Fair
  • G = Good
  • E = Excellent

Disclaimer

This matrix may only be used as an indication of how different materials relate to each other. Testing and manufacturing conditions can influence the properties of the materials and bottles. Most numbers mentioned in the matrix are under ideal circumstances. Preform design, mold and machine maintenance, resin drying time and different variations of resin can vary the properties drastically.

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