Characteristics of PET - Polyethylene Terephthalate Plastic Containers

Clarity	Transparent	Impact Resistant	Good to Excellent
Moisture Barrier	Fair to Good	Heat Resistance	Poor to Fair
Oxygen Barrier	Good	Cold Resistance	Good
Acid Resistance	Fair to Good	Sunlight Resistance	Good
Grease & Oil Resistance	Good	Stiffness	Moderate to High
Fill Temp.	160°F

PET for Laboratories:
PET is a good choice for labware because of its many desirable characteristics. PET is available in a wide range of colors, shapes, and sizes. Darker colored PET plastic containers are best for blocking UV rays from light sensitive materials. PET is highly resistant to diluted acids, oils, and alcohols.

Recycling:
PET can be identified easily by locating its recycling code symbol. PET is denoted by the familiar triangular shaped arrows with the number 1 in the center. PET can be recycled into many other products besides bottles and jars. Other recycled PET products include ski coat fibers, fleece vests, and sleeping bag lining. For more information regarding PET recycling see the Plastic Container Recycling Page.

PET's Role in History:
PET has been used for more then just bottles throughout the years. During WWII it was used as a coating for underwater cables. PET's lightweight nature made it a great material to use to insulate radars, which helped to reduce the overall weight.

>> BUY PET Plastic Bottles
>> BUY PET Plastic Jars
>> BUY PET Plastic Media Bottles
>> BUY PET Plastic Laboratory Vials

Other Plastic Material
HDPE Plastic
PVC Plastic
LDPE Plastic
PP Plastic
PS Plastic
PETG Plastic
PTFE Plastic
Vinyl Plastic
PMP Plastic
PFA Plastic
Acrylic Plastic
ABS Plastic
Rubber Plastic
PU Plastic
Epoxy Plastic
Nylon Plastic
Polycarbonate Plastic

 

*Note: Always be sure to test your products with the material/container chosen. Any information presented is for reference only, be sure to verify and test.