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Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is a versatile plastic from the polyester family known for its light weight, strength and clarity. Products made from PET are marked by a “1” within a solid triangle – its resin identification code. This is usually found on or near the bottom of the product.
PET starts as a liquid monomer. It’s then made into a stable, solid polymer that is used to make cups and containers through thermoforming. The National Association for PET Container Resources (NAPCOR) provides more information about PET uses and benefits.
RECOVERING & RECYCLING PET
Clear, thermoformed PET without ink or labels is accepted for recycling throughout most of the US and Canada. Over 60% of US households also have non-bottle PET recycling available to them.
Packaging that is less than 2”x2”x2” or black in color is unlikely to be recovered at typical sorting facilities.
For the most accurate information, we recommend checking with your local municipality or waste hauler to see if PET is accepted in your community’s recycling program.
You may also search for PET recycling by zip code at Earth911.
Temperature Range
-22°F to 151°F
Temperature ranges should only be used to guide the customer's testing protocol to ensure the product will work properly for their specific application.
Freezable
Products
Containers
PresentaBowls® Bowls & Lids (OPS & PET)
Creative Carryouts® OctaView® Hinged Lid Containers
PresentaBowls Pro® Square Bowls & Lids
SafeSeal™ Tamper-Resistant, Tamper-Evident Snack Cups
SoloServe® Clear Plastic Sundae Cups
Solo® Ultra Clear™ Soufflés Portion Containers
ClearSeal® Clear Plastic Hinged Lid Containers
SafeSeal™ Tamper-Resistant, Tamper-Evident Bowls
ClearPac® SafeSeal™ Tamper-Resistant, Tamper-Evident Containers
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