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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 |