Low-Density Polyethylene

Description

1. LDPE Description

    Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) is a thermoplastic made from petroleum.

    It was the first grade of polyethylene.

 2. Chemical resistance

     Excellent resistance (no attack) to dilute and concentrated acids, alcohols, bases and esters

    Good resistance (minor attack) to aldehydes, ketones and vegetable oils

    Limited resistance (moderate attack suitable for short-term use only) to aliphatic and

    aromatic hydrocarbons, mineral oils,  and oxidizing agents

    Poor resistance, and not recommended for use with Halogenated hydrocarbons.

 3. Applications

    LDPE is widely used for manufacturing various containers, dispensing bottles, wash bottles,

    tubing, plastic bags for computer components, and various molded laboratory equipment.

    Its most common use is in plastic bags.

 4. Grade

    Fiber ( Carpet, Textiles, Upholstery, etc.)

    Film ( shopping bags, casting film, multilayer film, etc.)

    Blow Molding ( Medical & Cosmetic container, Lubricant & Paint container, etc).

    Extrusion Molding ( Sheet, Pipe, Wire & Cable, etc.)

 Injection Molding ( Automotive, Electronic, Construction, House wares, Furniture, Toys, etc.)