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Plastic Material Costings

Rank Type of Plastic Description Common Uses Cost (per pound)
1 PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) Strong, lightweight, smack-resistant Food and beverage packaging $1.00 – $2.00
2 HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) Strong, rigid, chemical-resistant Packaging food, beverages, and personal care products $0.50 – $1.50
3 PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) Strong, rigid, chemical-resistant Packaging, pipes, fittings, construction materials $0.30 – $1.00
4 LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene) Lightweight, flexible, chemical-resistant Packaging food, beverages, and consumer products $0.50 – $1.50
5 PP (Polypropylene) Strong, rigid, heat-resistant Packaging, pipes, fittings, industrial products $0.30 – $1.00